One of the most iconic scenes from Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol (2011) took place on the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. This adrenaline pumping sequence, featuring Tom Cruise himself scaling the exterior of the skyscraper, required meticulous planning, equipment, and support to pull off.
Johnson Arabia played a pivotal role in enabling the success of this high-stakes stunt by providing crucial crane support and technical lifting expertise.
The action-packed stunt involved Tom Cruise’s character, Ethan Hunt, performing daring moves while suspended mid-air on the Burj Khalifa. To make this scene a reality, heavy filming equipment, including cameras, rigging gear, and support systems, had to be positioned with precision. Johnson Arabia, a leading provider of cranes and aerial work platforms, was tasked with supplying the necessary cranes to lift and position this equipment during the shoot.
Johnson Arabia’s involvement was vital not only for the execution of the stunt but also in ensuring the safety of the crew and the success of the action sequence. Specialized cranes, such as telescopic boom cranes, were used to hoist and position equipment in otherwise inaccessible areas of the recreation of the Burj Khalifa. The coordination and expertise provided by Johnson Arabia allowed the filmmakers to capture the thrilling footage from unique vantage points, elevating the intensity of the scene.
The photographs captured during the filming show the incredible precision and teamwork required to orchestrate such a sequence. One of the images displays the Johnson Arabia crane in action, lifting gear and facilitating access to the high-rise glass exterior of the Burj Khalifa. Another image shows the safety rigging for Tom Cruise as he performed his famous wall-running stunt, with Johnson Arabia’s equipment clearly in use behind the scenes.
This partnership between the Mission Impossible production team and Johnson Arabia stands as a testament to the company’s capability to handle large-scale, high-profile projects, while ensuring that everything ran smoothly and safely during the shoot.
The film went on to become a major success, and this particular scene remains one of the most talked-about and celebrated action moments in cinema history. Johnson Arabia’s contributions to this momentous occasion made it possible for the movie to feature such daring feats, showcasing the versatility and reliability of their equipment in the face of extreme challenges.