The Iconic 'Mission: Impossible' Theme Hides a Clever Morse Code Message
But did you know It says "M:I"?
Everyone knows the Mission: Impossible theme tune, an iconic staple of the series long before Tom Cruise came along. Composed by Lalo Schifrin, this unforgettable title track has endured for nearly six decades since the original TV show first aired in 1966.
But did you know the tune itself contains a secret message? The theme is defined by two long beats followed by two short beats, which in Morse code perfectly translates to “M.I.” — standing for Mission: Impossible. A clever and fitting hidden detail.
This revelation surprised not only fans but also the stars themselves. In 2023, while promoting the latest film Dead Reckoning, Simon Pegg and Rebecca Ferguson admitted they had just discovered this fact.
And just like that, one of the greatest themes in pop culture became even cooler. After learning this, you’ll never hear it the same way again.
