Kristina Roberts
Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise has done it again, proving why he is one of the most fearless actors in the world. This time, he has earned a place in the Guinness World Records for performing the most burning parachute jumps by a single person. The incredible stunt was part of his latest movie, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, where he jumped out of a helicopter with a parachute soaked in fuel and set on fire—not just once, but a jaw-dropping 16 times!
The movie, which hit theaters worldwide in June 2025, features an intense final scene where Cruise’s character, Ethan Hunt, fights the villain Gabriel, played by Esai Morales. The battle takes place on old-fashioned biplanes high above South Africa’s Drakensberg mountains. But the most dangerous part was when Cruise had to leap from a helicopter with a flaming parachute. Each time he jumped, he had to cut away the burning parachute mid-air and open a backup one to land safely.
Craig Glenday, the Editor-in-Chief of Guinness World Records, praised Cruise for his bravery. “Tom doesn’t just play action heroes—he is an action hero,” Glenday said. “A big reason for his success is his dedication to doing real stunts and pushing the limits of what an actor can do. It’s an honor to give him this new world record title because he truly has no fear.”
This isn’t the first time Cruise has broken records. He already holds the title for having the most consecutive movies that earned over $100 million at the box office. From Jack Reacher in 2012 to Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning in 2025, Cruise has delivered hit after hit. Glenday added, “Tom is no stranger to breaking records. He has had an amazing career, proving himself as one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. He still holds the record for the most $100 million movies and is the most successful action hero in the world.”
Cruise first played Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible back in 1996, and since then, he has kept audiences on the edge of their seats with his death-defying stunts. In Mission: Impossible III (2006), he jumped between tall buildings. In Ghost Protocol (2011), he climbed the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, in Dubai. For Rogue Nation (2015), he hung onto the side of a flying plane, and in Dead Reckoning (2023), he rode a motorcycle off a cliff. Each time, he did these stunts himself, without relying on a stunt double.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning had its big premiere at the Cannes Film Festival. The movie also stars Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Pom Klementieff, and Angela Bassett. Fans of the franchise know that Cruise always goes all out to make his movies as thrilling as possible, and this latest record proves he’s not slowing down anytime soon.
What makes Cruise different from other actors is his commitment to doing his own stunts. While many stars let professionals handle the dangerous scenes, Cruise insists on doing them himself to make the action look as real as possible. This dedication has earned him respect not just from fans but also from the film industry. His latest achievement with the burning parachute jumps shows just how far he’s willing to go to entertain his audience.
The scene where Cruise performs the burning parachute jump is one of the most dangerous stunts ever done in movie history. The parachute was drenched in aviation fuel, meaning it could catch fire easily. Cruise had to jump, cut away the burning parachute, and then open a second one—all while falling through the sky. To make the scene even more intense, some shots were filmed with a heavy 50-pound camera strapped to him, capturing close-up footage during freefall.
Tom Cruise’s career has been full of record-breaking moments. He started as a leading man in Risky Business in 1983 and has since starred in over 30 films. His ability to keep delivering blockbuster hits for decades is rare in Hollywood. Most actors peak early in their careers, but Cruise has stayed at the top for over 40 years. His passion for filmmaking and his willingness to take risks have made him a legend in the industry.
The Mission: Impossible series has become famous for its high-energy action, and Cruise is the reason behind it. He doesn’t just act in these movies—he helps design the stunts, making sure they are as exciting and realistic as possible. His dedication has turned the franchise into one of the most successful in cinema history.
Fans can’t get enough of Cruise’s daring stunts, and this latest world record has only added to his legacy. Whether he’s hanging off a plane, climbing a skyscraper, or jumping out of a helicopter with a flaming parachute, he always finds a way to push the limits. And at 62 years old, he shows no signs of stopping.
The Guinness World Record is a fitting tribute to Cruise’s fearless attitude. It’s not just about the number of jumps—it’s about the courage and skill required to pull off such a dangerous stunt. Most people would never dream of doing something like this even once, but Cruise did it 16 times to get the perfect shot. That’s the kind of dedication that makes him one of the greatest action stars of all time.
As Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning continues to thrill audiences around the world, fans are already wondering what insane stunt Cruise will attempt next. One thing is certain—whatever it is, he’ll do it himself, and he’ll make sure it’s something no one has ever seen before.
Tom Cruise has once again proven that he’s not just an actor—he’s a real-life action hero. His name is now in the record books, but for him, it’s all about giving fans the best possible movie experience. And if that means jumping out of a helicopter with a burning parachute, then that’s exactly what he’ll do.
