New Actor Seen in Mission: Impossible - The Final
Reckoning
Meet actor and former stuntman Stephen Oyoung; the newest cast member to join Paramount Pictures' action-packed film Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning (in theaters now). Stephen plays a U.S. Navy Dive Master nicknamed “Pills” who aids Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) in a time of need.
Featured on Men's Fitness and CBS Mornings, Stephen is available to discuss his move from stunts to acting, being on the set of Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, and his role as a 'good guy' in the film.
Ethan Hunt and the IMF team continue their search for the terrifying AI known as the Entity - which has infiltrated intelligence networks all over the globe - with the world's governments and a mysterious ghost from Ethan's past on their trail. Joined by new allies and armed with the means to shut the Entity down for good, Hunt is in a race against time to prevent the world as we know it from changing forever. In addition to Cruise, returning cast will include Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Vanessa Kirby, Mariela Garriga, Henry Czerny, Shea Whigham, Greg Tarzan Davis, Charles Parnell and Frederick Schmidt. Others making their Mission: Impossible debut in the eighth installment include Stephen Oyoung, Holt McCallany, Janet McTeer, Nick Offerman, Hannah Waddingham, Katy O’Brian and Tramell Tillman.
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Over the span of Stephen’s 18-year career in Hollywood, quitting has never been an option. From his humble start as a stuntman and fight coordinator, to his transition to major supporting actor roles in feature-length films, Stephen is determined to prove that if you don’t stop, you can do anything you set your mind to.
Stephen Oyoung (@stephenoyoung) gained massive recognition for voicing lead villian Martin Li / Mister Negative in the hit video game Spider-Man, and has a cult following of comic book and sci-fi fans. He boasts film appearances that include Twisters, Star Wars: Rouge One, Sicario, John Wick 3, THOR and Independence Day: Resurgence, to name a few. He has appeared on several television shows like “Good Trouble,” “Star Wars: Skeleton Crew,” “CSU: Vegas,” “NCIS: Los Angeles,” “Jupiter’s Legacy,” “Scandal,” “Insecure,” “Magnum P.I.,” and more.
Stephen has been featured on AANOW, AANOW, Life&Style, InTouch, The Mirror, Looper, and Character Media (Actors on Actors), see his Acting Reel
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Stephen Oyoung’s journey to the big screen doesn’t start with acting classes or a breakout stage role, but a passion for martial arts. Oyoung’s interest in acting and martial arts may have been instilled in him even before he was born in Rockford, IL. In the 70’s after the death of Bruce Lee, Oyoung's dad had a shot at pursuing his own big screen dreams, but his dad’s traditional Asian parents insisted that he pursue a career as an engineer instead. As a child, his father taught Stephen, Shaul Jiao and Praying Mantis Kung Fu. As a high school senior, he watched The Matrix and began to consider using his martial arts expertise to turn into an acting career.
While pursuing his college degree, Oyoung studied Wushu Kung Fu with various Chinese Kung Fu teams, becoming a master. Once Oyoung finished college, he told his parents that he wanted to pursue his dreams of acting. Expecting to have the same result as his father, it turned out that his father was naturally ok with the idea. Stephen sees it as wish fulfillment as his father was unable to pursue his own dream of being on the big screen. Following his non-traditional route, Oyoung got his first taste of performing at Pirate’s Dinner Adventure in Beuna Park, CA, a live-action show, set on a replica ship where he got to perform swordplay and acrobatics while guests dined. Following Pirate’s Dinner Adventure, Oyoung became the first and only Asian Jedi at Disneyland’s Jedi Training Academy. That opened doors for him in the film stunt industry, getting cast as a stunt actor then evolving into bigger roles like fight coordinator and fight choreographer. During this time, he was still focused on his goal of becoming an actor. Whenever casting directors needed someone who could fight and speak Chinese, Oyoung was able to get some additional screen time. After a few opportunities he was able to build a resume of work. From there he was finally able to pursue a more traditional path of building a reel, getting a manager and an agent.
When he is not filming on set, Stephen enjoys hitting the gym, working on old cars, watching the LA Lakers, and spending time with his wife, whom he recently wed in Bangkok, Thailand.
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Actor Stephen Oyoung. Stephen’s thrilling role in ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning’ (out May 23, 2025) alongside Tom Cruise is guaranteed to captivate your audience—especially as it includes some of the most high-octane, jaw-dropping action sequences ever filmed in the iconic franchise.
With over 15 years in Hollywood and featured on The Mirror, Looper, and Character Media (Actors on Actors), Stephen Oyoung is a force to be reckoned with. We’re confident Stephen’s incredible journey and diverse career would make for a powerful, inspiring segment. Below are a few key story ideas we believe your viewers will love:
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning – A High-Stakes Adventure
- Stephen’s Mission: Impossible journey, including sharing the screen with Tom Cruise in one of the most action-packed movies of the summer. From heart-pounding stunts to intense fight choreography, Stephen will reveal what it was like to perform in some of the franchise’s most complex and dangerous sequences.
- Stephen will also discuss the grueling training that went into preparing for this role, as well as the fitness routine he maintains for such demanding stunts.
A Wedding Surprise: A Call from Director Christopher McQuarrie
- Two days before his wedding, Stephen got an unexpected call from Mission: Impossible director Christopher McQuarrie, who left him in suspense—only to reveal he had landed the part the day before the wedding. It’s a story of perseverance, surprise, and timing!
The Star-Studded Stuntman: Fight Choreography and Career Highlights
- With years of experience as a fight coordinator for films like Sicario, John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, and teaching legends such as Keanu Reeves, Denzel Washington, and Adam Driver, Stephen will offer a fascinating look at his life behind the camera.
- A special focus on his background in Wushu, and how his early training in Southern California led to his celebrated work both on-screen and as a stunt coordinator.
A New Face in the Star Wars Universe
- Stephen brings a menacing presence to Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (streaming now on Disney+). He’ll share his experiences joining the legendary Star Wars saga, what it’s like to be part of such an iconic universe, and how it feels to play suited character Brutus in a galaxy far, far away.
The Multi-Talented Artist: Voice Acting & Video Games
- Stephen’s talent also extends to voice acting in major video game franchises, including Marvel’s Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2 for Sony PlayStation. He’ll talk about his experiences in the gaming world and how this work compliments his diverse career in film and television.
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A Rising Star With Major Projects Ahead.
Stephen captured audiences' attention in films like Twisters and John Wick, and is set to take the world by storm in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning. As a multifaceted actor, stuntman, and voice artist, Stephen is a dynamic talent who has made his mark on multiple industries—and he’s just getting started.
We’d be thrilled to arrange an exclusive interview with Stephen, offering your audience an intimate look into his exciting career and the upcoming blockbuster projects that are sure to make waves this summer.
Follow Stephen on Instagram: @stephenoyoung
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