Tom Cruise returns as intrepid Impossible Missions Force agent Ethan Hunt in this supercharged sequel directed flamboyantly by Hong Kong action specialist John Woo. Summoned from his vacation while mountain climbing, Hunt accepts an assignment from his chief (played by Anthony Hopkins with his usual flair): apprehend rogue agent Dougray Scott before he auctions a stolen virus and its antidote to the highest bidder. After he summons agent Ving Rhames, Cruise enlists radiant Thandie Newton, a sophisticated thief and Scott's former girlfriend, in his campaign against the turncoat. Screenwriter Robert Towne coats this rough-edged adventure with a sheen of sophistication, particularly apparent in the seductive byplay between Cruise and Newton. But the picture's punch comes from Woo's inspired handling of the high-octane chases and fights, in which Cruise proves himself surprisingly capable.

Rated PG-13

**This DVD was previously owned by a video store, but there are no scratches.