The production of Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part Two, Tom Cruise’s highly anticipated return as Ethan Hunt, has encountered yet another obstacle, this time involving a malfunction with a submarine on set. This setback, following previous delays and strikes, is estimated to cost a hefty £23 million.

The mishap reportedly occurred when the gimbal, responsible for lowering the 120ft-high submarine structure, jammed under its weight, necessitating repairs and causing significant delays in filming. Sources reveal that the addition of fittings and stairwells to the submarine shell exacerbated the issue, highlighting the challenges of managing such complex sets.

While the repairs are ongoing, the setback has inevitably put production behind schedule, resulting in increased costs and frustration among the crew. With the film originally aiming for a 2024 release before being rescheduled to May 2025, the latest setback adds further uncertainty to the production timeline.

Tom Cruise, who has been synonymous with the Mission: Impossible franchise since its inception in 1996, brought the beloved TV series from the ’60s to the big screen. The previous installment, Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One, released last summer, featured a submarine prominently in its storyline. The upcoming sequel is set to revisit the submarine narrative, exploring its fate ten years later.

As fans eagerly await further updates, the hope remains that the setback will not significantly impact the film’s eventual release date. Stay tuned for more developments as the production navigates through these challenges to deliver another thrilling installment in the Mission: Impossible series.