In this episode of our movie review podcast, we dive deep into Mission: Impossible III (2006), directed by J.J. Abrams and starring Tom Cruise. While many fans see this third installment as a turning point for the Mission: Impossible franchise, we argue that MI:3 falls flat.From an overstuffed cast of side characters to underwhelming emotional stakes, we break down exactly why this spy thriller doesn't hold up. Does Philip Seymour Hoffman's villain save the film? Are Tom Cruise's crazy stunts enough to carry this movie? And does the plot feel like it’s trying to juggle too much at once?Whether you're a longtime Mission: Impossible fan or new to the franchise, this review explores how MI:3 tried to raise the stakes — and may have lost its focus in the process.