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Cruise Confirms He Is Intense On Set

Tom Cruise told GQ that the rumors about his intense on‑set demeanor are true, and he openly warns co‑stars before filming begins. He said he has nothing against cable, TV or Netflix, praising the platforms for creating jobs and reaching audiences. Cruise stressed that movies are about connecting humanity, and that he is willing to act foolishly or intensely to find the right tone and shared experience. He explained that he keeps his phone out of reach on set, preferring direct conversation, and that he expects a lot from his colleagues while being upfront about his expectations. Cruise also highlighted his commitment to mentoring the next generation, noting that his “Top Gun: Maverick” co‑star Glen Powell received a six‑hour video lesson on film history from him. The GQ cover story coincides with the release of his first non‑action role in Alejandro Iñárritu’s drama “Digger,” a project that could boost his career after a strong box‑office turnaround in 2026. He concluded that Hollywood’s ups and downs are normal, and he remains optimistic about the future of cinema.

· Variety

The essential points

  1. 01Cruise says he has no grudge against Netflix, cable or TV and values job creation
  2. 02He admits being intense on set, warns co‑stars upfront and expects a lot from them
  3. 03Cruise emphasizes cinema’s power to unite people in a shared experience and connect humanity
  4. 04His GQ cover story marks his first non‑action role in “Digger,” a drama by Iñárritu
The full brief

Tom Cruise told GQ that the rumors about his intense on‑set demeanor are true, and he openly warns co‑stars before filming begins. He said he has nothing against cable, TV or Netflix, praising the platforms for creating jobs and reaching audiences. Cruise stressed that movies are about connecting humanity, and that he is willing to act foolishly or intensely to find the right tone and shared experience.

He explained that he keeps his phone out of reach on set, preferring direct conversation, and that he expects a lot from his colleagues while being upfront about his expectations. Cruise also highlighted his commitment to mentoring the next generation, noting that his “Top Gun: Maverick” co‑star Glen Powell received a six‑hour video lesson on film history from him. The GQ cover story coincides with the release of his first non‑action role in Alejandro Iñárritu’s drama “Digger,” a project that could boost his career after a strong box‑office turnaround in 2026.

He concluded that Hollywood’s ups and downs are normal, and he remains optimistic about the future of cinema.