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Tom Cruise Picks the Most Challenging Character He’s Ever Played & It’s Not What You Think

Cruise says he warns co-stars about his intensity and says movies still bring people together as theaters rebound in 2026.

  • Tom Cruise discussed his starring role in the upcoming drama Digger, directed by Alejandro, in a rare longform interview with GQ covering his transition to non-action roles.
  • The cover story marks Cruise's first longform interview in 20 years, with the actor describing Digger as "the culmination of all my skills" and noting the complex character demands significant personal preparation.
  • Addressing persistent rumors about his on-set intensity, Cruise confirmed he warns co-stars before filming starts, telling the magazine, "Trust me, the rumors are true."
  • Cruise emphasized that cinema serves to connect humanity, stating, "When I'm working with people, I'm not afraid to, as I'm acting, to look foolish."
  • Regarding the industry, Cruise expressed optimism about the 2026 box office turnaround, concluding, "I'm very excited about where movies are," as audiences seek theatrical connections.
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Variety broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
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