Tom Cruise Delivers a Groundbreaking Performance in Digger, Says Warner Bros.
Warner Bros. co-chair Pam Abdy hails Tom Cruise's role in Alejandro G. Iñárritu's new black comedy Digger as a performance unlike any before. The film, featuring a star-studded cast, is set to premiere this fall.
Tom Cruise has long been recognized as one of Hollywood ’s most dynamic leading men, known for his relentless energy and willingness to take risks on screen. Now, in Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s upcoming film Digger, Cruise is reportedly reaching new heights, with Warner Bros. co-chair Pam Abdy calling his latest work truly exceptional.
“Tom is extraordinary,” Abdy tells The Wrap. “Nothing you’ve ever seen. That’s what’s so brilliant. This is the fourth time I've worked with him. He never repeats himself, and he's constantly taking you into his mind and his vision and surprising you. And this movie does exactly that.”
Star-Studded Cast and Unique Storyline
Digger is described as a black comedy, bringing together a remarkable ensemble cast. Alongside Cruise, the film features Jesse Plemons, Sandra Hüller, Riz Ahmed, Sophie Wilde, Emma D’Arcy, Robert John Burke, Burn Gorman, Michael Stuhlbarg, and John Goodman. The story centers on a powerful figure who embarks on a desperate quest to prove he can save humanity before the catastrophe he’s set in motion destroys everything. According to IMDb,
“The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's savior before the disaster he's unleashed destroys everything.”
Cruise’s Career and Iñárritu’s Vision
In recent years, Cruise has become synonymous with the Mission: Impossible franchise, earning a reputation for performing increasingly daring stunts and solidifying his status as a Hollywood powerhouse. While his career has occasionally sparked controversy, his on-screen charisma and versatility have kept audiences captivated for decades, balancing high-octane action with memorable romantic roles.
Director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, known for his visionary storytelling, has collected five Academy Awards and numerous other honors throughout his career. His collaboration with Cruise in Digger promises a fresh and unexpected cinematic experience.
Anticipation Builds for Digger’s Release
Digger is set to hit theaters on October 2. As anticipation grows, fans and critics alike are eager to see how Cruise’s performance and Iñárritu’s direction will come together in this highly anticipated black comedy. In the meantime, audiences can revisit the best entries in the Mission: Impossible series as they await the film’s premiere.