The eighth film, originally titled Dead Reckoning Part Two , has been renamed to and is scheduled for release in May 2025 .
is officially the longest film in the franchise. The extended runtime was necessary to accommodate its complex narrative and massive set pieces. Despite being "Part One," Tom Cruise insisted that the film not end on a frustrating cliffhanger, ensuring the climax on the Orient Express felt like a "satisfying" conclusion to this chapter. 3. Production Against All Odds