This month, 'Mission: Impossible — Ghost Protocol' is available for free streaming on Pluto, offering audiences a chance to enjoy one of the franchise's most thrilling entries. Directed by Brad Bird, the film features Tom Cruise in the role of Ethan Hunt, who, alongside his disavowed IMF team, races against time to prevent a nuclear disaster after being falsely accused of an attack on the Kremlin. The film also stars Jeremy Renner, Simon Pegg, and Paula Patton, among others. Financially, 'Ghost Protocol' was a major success, grossing around $694.7 million globally, which adjusted for inflation, amounts to nearly $970 million today. This installment is credited with revitalizing the franchise, which had struggled following 'Mission: Impossible III'. It received critical acclaim, reflected in its 93% score on Rotten Tomatoes, with particular praise for Bird's ability to transition from animated films to live-action spectacle. The film's emphasis on practical stunts became a defining feature of the series moving forward, making it a must-watch for action fans.