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Hans India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Tom Cruise Celebrates ‘Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning' Record-Breaking Box Office Weekend
Tom Cruise has shared an enthusiastic statement following the historic box office success of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, calling the recent Memorial Day weekend 'one for the history books.' The latest installment in the iconic franchise earned a staggering $200 million worldwide over the four-day holiday period, contributing to a new Memorial Day weekend box office record alongside Lilo & Stitch's impressive $341 million haul. The Final Reckoning achieved the biggest opening of any Mission: Impossible film to date, grossing $63 million domestically over the traditional three-day weekend—surpassing Mission: Impossible – Fallout's $61 million. Its domestic total reached $77.5 million over four days, with an estimated $127 million from international markets, bringing the global weekend total to around $190 million. In a heartfelt message on social media, Cruise extended his gratitude to the filmmakers, crew, theaters, and most importantly, the fans. 'This weekend was one for the history books! Congratulations and thank you to every filmmaker, every artist, every crew member and every single person who works at the studios. To every theater and every employee who helps bring these stories to audiences, thank you. To everyone at Paramount Pictures and Skydance, thank you for your many years of partnership and unwavering support. And most of all, THANK YOU to audiences everywhere—for whom we all serve and for whom we all LOVE to entertain. Sincerely, Tom.' While the film has been praised for its thrilling action sequences, critics like IGN gave it a moderate 6/10 rating, noting that its soap-opera-like tone keeps it from reaching greatness. Meanwhile, fans and analysts are left wondering if this truly marks the end of Tom Cruise's iconic role as Ethan Hunt. Cruise has remained tight-lipped about the possibility of a ninth Mission: Impossible movie, keeping audiences guessing about the future of the beloved franchise. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning and the future of the series.
Geek Tyrant
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Christopher McQuarrie Opens Up About His Scrapped MAN OF STEEL 2 and GREEN LANTERN Plans - 'It Was F–king Good' — GeekTyrant
Years before James Gunn was brought in to hit the reset button on the DC Cinematic Universe, Mission: Impossible director Christopher McQuarrie had big, exciting, and (by his own account) 'f**king good' plans for Superman and Green Lantern. But despite his vision and his established chemistry with Henry Cavill, none of it ever saw the light of day. Following the release of Mission: Impossible – Fallout in 2018, McQuarrie approached Warner Bros. with a pitch for Man of Steel 2 , an idea that would also connect to a new Green Lantern reboot. At the time, Cavill had just crushed it as Fallout 's villainous CIA assassin, August Walker, and the two were eager to collaborate again. In a recent conversation with Josh Horowitz, McQuarrie kept his Superman cards close to his chest: 'I'll never tell. I'll never tell, but boy was it fing good. It was f**king good.' But McQuarrie left us with one tease, a peek into what Man of Steel 2 could've been: 'I will tell you, the first 5 minutes of my Superman movie remember Pixar's Up? [It was] a sequence with no dialogue that covered that character. '[It] was a set-up, after which you knew exactly what makes Superman tick and exactly what Superman was most afraid of and why Superman made the choices he made. It would have been epic. The scale of the movie would have been absolutely extraordinary.' Well, I would'e loved to see that. He went on to open up about the Green Lantern side of the story, revealing a creative approach that tackled one of the character's biggest challenges… his seemingly limitless power. 'Green Lantern was what came to me. Green Lantern is a tough one. The power is... I cracked it, and it was fun watching him learn how to use that power and giving that power a flaw, so it was not pure invincibility.' He added: 'The whole concept of Green Lantern is that the ring has to be recharged. That's not a bug, it's a feature. Yes, you have infinite power, but you only have so much battery life, and that can run out at inconvenient times. That, for me, solved the whole Green Lantern problem. The costume is another thing.' McQuarrie wasn't focused on flashy suits or overdone CGI. His priority was character: 'I realised, don't worry about the costume, worry about the character. How do you give that character tension and stakes? Also, how do you do it with Superman? 'Henry had a take on that, and I suddenly realised how these two characters had amazing similarities, which also allowed for amazing conflict and an amazing universe-expanding resolution.' Unfortunately, McQuarrie's ideas were shelved. Even when Cavill briefly returned as Superman in Black Adam , WB reportedly reached out again, but the clock had already started ticking on Gunn's Superman reboot and that door quietly closed. We'll never see McQuarrie's Superman take flight, but it's hard not to wonder what could've been. With the Mission: Impossible saga behind him, maybe one day we'll see him jump into the superhero world and play in that sandbox.
Miami Herald
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Tom Cruise's net worth: The ‘Mission: Impossible' star's wealth in 2025
Ethan Hunt. Jerry Maguire. Lieutenant Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell. The vampire Lestat ... Actor Tom Cruise is responsible for turning each of these characters into household names-and creating some of Hollywood's biggest hits in the process. But while fans delight at the intensity and commitment Cruise brings to each role-often performing his own stunts, even at age 62-it's his own, megawatt celebrity that contributes to his enduring appeal. In show business for over four decades, Cruise's films have generated more than $12 billion at the box office, which makes him one of cinema's most bankable stars, although his earnings are not tied to his salary alone. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Savvy deals the A-lister inked, beginning with the popular "Mission: Impossible" franchise, have also enabled Cruise to reportedly receive between 10% and 20% of the films' gross box office earnings, which adds up to several hundred million. So, what's Cruise's net worth now? The last time Forbes analyzed Tom Cruise's wealth was back in 2017: The publication estimated his net worth at just $43 million-but that was before three of his all-time biggest hits: "Mission: Impossible – Fallout" (2018), "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022), and "Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One" (2023). Thanks to Cruise's profit-sharing deals, plus the fact that he also serves as co-producer on many of his films, Cruise's wealth has reportedly skyrocketed in the past few years, making other, much higher estimates of Tom Cruise's net worth more accurate. In 2025, for instance, Celebrity Net Worth placed Tom Cruise's wealth at a hefty $600 million. Cruise reportedly commands $20–$25 million per film up front; however, he takes home way more money than that. Screen Rant reported that Cruise's base salary for "Top Gun: Maverick" was "just" $13 million, yet he also received 10% of the movie's gross profit. That movie made $1.49 billion at the box office, handing Cruise an additional $149 million. Related: Val Kilmer's net worth: Building a fortune through triumph and tragedy Cruise also reportedly earned a salary of between $12–$14 million for "Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One." Considering that the "Mission: Impossible" franchise itself has grossed $4.09 billion to date, Cruise reportedly pocketed an additional $409 million from the multi-film deal-so you can see just how much wealth Cruise has amassed. Here's a look at his paychecks through the years: Tom Cruise's biggest paydays Box office expectations are high for Cruise's latest film, "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning," which hits theaters May 23, 2025, so it's safe to say that Cruise could be adding even more zeroes to his bottom line this year. Thomas Cruise Mapother IV was born on July 3, 1962, in Syracuse, New York. His family lived in poverty; Cruise described his father, electrical engineer Thomas Cruise Mapother III, as "abusive" and "a coward" who would often beat him and his three sisters, Lee Anne, Marian, and Cass. Cruise told Parade that his father "was the kind of person where, if something goes wrong, they kick you. It was a great lesson in my life-how he'd lull you in, make you feel safe and then, bang!" In 1974, his mother, special education teacher Mary Lee, took her kids and left her husband, divorcing him that year; in 1978, she remarried John "Jack" South, who Cruise called "wise" and "a smart man." The family lived for a while in Ottawa before moving to New Jersey. Related: Meghan Markle's net worth: All about the Duchess of Sussex's wealth Not only was Cruise's home life difficult; he also struggled as a student and was diagnosed with dyslexia at age 7. He attended fifteen schools in fourteen years and was often harassed by his classmates, saying "so many times the big bully comes up, pushes me. Your heart's pounding, you sweat, and you feel like you're going to vomit ... I don't like bullies." Cruise turned to sports as a way to fit in. At Glen Ridge High School, the 5'7" star played linebacker on the varsity football team; however, he was cut after he was caught drinking beer before a game. He was also on the high school wrestling team, but an injury forced him to quit. So, Cruise tried out for the school musical "Guys and Dolls," and secured the leading role. His love of acting had begun. In 1980, Cruise graduated from high school, and even though his drama teacher said his talents for acting were apparent, he initially had another career in mind: A priest. Cruise briefly attended the St. Francis Seminary in Cincinnati, although he was kicked out for getting caught with alcohol. Never one to give up, Cruise switched gears and moved to New York and later, Los Angeles, where he worked as a busboy while trying out for acting gigs, even though reading scripts proved difficult due to his dyslexia. Cruise landed minor roles in the films "Endless Love" (1981), "Taps" (1981), and "The Outsiders" (1983), where his name appeared in the credits for the first time as simply "Tom Cruise." The actor had shortened his name by dropping "Mapother" so as to distance himself from his abusive father. But Cruise's big break would come in another film that year, "Risky Business" (1983). He portrayed Joel Goodsen, a charming teenager who cuts loose when his parents leave town and, through a series of plot twists, transforms his family home into a brothel. The role catapulted Cruise to fame, showcasing his ability in both comedy and drama. His pantsless rendition of Bob Seeger's "Old Time Rock and Roll" has stood the test of time as one of Hollywood's most iconic scenes. It's one thing to be a well-known actor, but another thing entirely when the characters you play become part of the cultural lexicon. Tom Cruise has achieved this feat several times throughout his career. Here's a look at a few of his most memorable roles: "Top Gun" franchise In "Top Gun" (1986) and "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022), Cruise captivated audiences as the cool and rebellious Navy pilot, Lieutenant Pete "Maverick" Mitchell, who attends the prestigious Top Gun fighter academy (and later, in the blockbuster sequel, trains Top Gun graduates). Cruise's commitment to his roles became apparent as he underwent extensive "Top Gun" flight training in an F-18 Super Hornet, enduring g-forces and even aerobatics. In "Top Gun: Maverick," Cruise himself flew the P-51 Mustang in the film's final scene-as a licensed pilot, he owns a Mustang aircraft in real life, as well. The "Top Gun" franchise was also where Cruise cemented a lifelong bond with actor Val Kilmer, who played his nemesis, Tom "Iceman" Kazansky. After Kilmer's untimely death from pneumonia in April 2025, Cruise called Kilmer "a dear friend" and asked audiences at CinemaCon 2025 to take part in a moment of silence, saying "[Val] loved movies and he gave a lot to all of us with his performances with his films. If we could just all take a moment and just think about all the wonderful times that we had with him." "Rain Man" Cruise showcased a more serious side in the 1988 hit drama "Rain Man," playing Charlie Babbitt, a self-absorbed car dealer who embarks on a cross-country road trip with his autistic older brother (played by Dustin Hoffman) after his father dies and leaves him a fortune. More on celebrities: Rihanna's net worth: Inside the superstar's business empireKelsey Grammer's net worth: The 'Cheers' star's wealth at 70Anna Wintour's net worth: Does the Met Gala contribute to her wealth? Although the film won that year's Oscar for Best Picture, and Hoffman received the trophy for Best Actor, Cruise has famously never won an Academy Award. However, he has been nominated four times: as Best Actor for "Born on the Fourth of July" (1989) and "Jerry Maguire" (1996); Best Supporting Actor for "Magnolia" (1999), and as Producer for "Top Gun: Maverick" (2022). "Interview with the Vampire" Seamlessly crossing into the horror genre, Cruise transformed himself into the seductive vampire Lestat in the 1994 hit "Interview with the Vampire." Based on Ann Rice's best-selling books, the film saw Cruise don fangs and a cape, using both bloodlust and charisma to usher Louis (played by Brad Pitt) into the realm of the undead. However, unlike his friendship with Kilmer, Pitt found Cruise's competitive streak off-putting, which fueled rumors of tension on set. In an interview with "Premiere" magazine, Pitt summed up their time together by saying, "There came a point during filming when I started really resenting him. He's North Pole, I'm South. He's always coming at you with a handshake, whereas I may bump into you. There was this underlying competition that got in the way of any real conversation. It wasn't nasty by any means, not at all. But it was just there, and it bugged me a bit." "Jerry Maguire" Cruise showcased a softer side-along with leading man savvy-in 1996's "Jerry Maguire." As the film's titular character, a sports agent who grows a conscience, Maguire loses all of his clients except one, underachieving wide receiver, Rod Tidwell (played by Cuba Gooding Junior) and falls for his accountant, single mom Dorothy Boyd (played by Renee Zellwegger). The movie produced such memorable lines as "You had me at hello," "You complete me," and "Show me the money" and earned Cruise his first $20 million paycheck. View the original article to see embedded media. "Mission: Impossible" franchise But Cruise's best role yet may be with the "Mission: Impossible" franchise. As Ethan Hunt, the highly skilled field agent and operative for the secret government agency, the Impossible Missions Force (IMF), Cruise escapes from danger using a combination of brains and brawn. The actor's death-defying stunts include flying down a mountainside, driving a motorcycle off a cliff and parachuting to safety, and climbing the world's tallest building, the 163-story Burj Khalifa in Dubai. In the franchise's latest instalment, "Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning," Cruise dangles from an upside-down aircraft at 8,000 feet-and in 140 mph winds. During an appearance on "The Tonight Show" Cruise told host Jimmy Fallon "I didn't realize, like, that amount of force of air, I can't breathe, so I had to figure out how you're taking the wind ... I mean the air particles coming off that propeller are traveling at the speed of sound." In fact, Cruise has become so synonymous with his "Mission: Impossible" character, he even spawned a Google query: "Why is Tom Cruise running?" It's seemingly impossible to imagine, but Tom Cruise's relationships have generated even more attention than his blockbuster films. Who is Tom Cruise dating? The actor was most recently linked to actress Ana de Armas, with tabloids spotting them together around London and reporting that they have been a couple since February 2025. The pair are slated to work together in several upcoming projects, and Cruise has had nothing but praise for the actress, telling "Good Morning America," de Armas is a "very, very talented, great dramatic actress … comedic, tremendous ability, learns quickly." Prior to that, Cruise was linked to his "Mission: Impossible" co-star Hayley Atwell, although the rumors were not confirmed. Cruise has previously been in relationships with Penelope Cruz, Melissa Gilbert, Rebecca De Mornay, Sophia Vergara, and Cher-who told Andy Cohen he was "one of her top five lovers" on an episode of "Watch What Happens Live." Who has Tom Cruise been married to? Cruise met actress Mimi Rogers at a dinner party in 1985. He said that she helped him "be a better actor" and that she was his best friend. They were married from 1987 to 1990 and had no children. Cruise met actress Nicole Kidman while filming "Days of Thunder," calling his first reaction to her one of "pure lust." They were married in 1990 but divorced in 2001, citing "difficulties inherent in divergent careers" as the reason. The couple shared two adopted children: A son, Connor, and a daughter, Isabella. Cruise has reportedly maintained a relationship with both children, even after his divorce. But Cruise's most high-profile relationship was with actress Katie Holmes. They began dating in 2005; Cruise was so besotted, he jumped up and down on Oprah Winfrey's couch, declaring his love for the "Dawson's Creek" star. Due to the intense media attention their relationship generated, paparazzi even nicknamed the couple "TomKat." Holmes gave birth to their daughter, Suri, in April 2006, and they were married at Castle Orsini Odescalchi, a 15th-century castle in Bracciano, Italy, on November 18, 2006. However, in 2012, Holmes filed for divorce from Cruise, with media speculating that she did so to protect Suri from Cruise's religion, Scientology. Cruise was raised Catholic but learned about Scientology through his first wife, Mimi Rogers. He became an outspoken advocate of the controversial religion, which has a strong negative view of psychiatry and mental health treatments, and later spoke out against actress Brooke Shields when she revealed that she had suffered from postpartum depression, leading to a public feud in 2005. Following his divorce from Holmes, Cruise has been largely absent from Suri's life, as Holmes obtained full custody of their daughter in their divorce. Cruise has not been seen or photographed with Suri for more than a decade. According to Architectural Digest, Cruise's real estate empire has spanned the U.S. and Great Britain. At one time, he owned a 320-acre ranch in the celebrity haven of Telluride, Colorado, living in the 10,000-square-foot mansion with Holmes before selling it for $39.4 million in 2021. Cruise sold another property, a Tuscan-style compound in Beverly Hills, to actress Eva Longoria for $11.4 million in 2016. The action star bought a 2,200-square-foot apartment in the American Felt Building in New York's East Village with his proceeds from "Risky Business" in the 1980s. He finally sold the unit in 2013 for $3 million. Cruise also owned an 11,331-square-foot mansion in West Sussex, England, which was close to the British headquarters for the Church of Scientology. Set on 14 acres, the home boasted a movie theater, dance studio, and game room. He sold the property to singer Peter Andre for slightly less than $6 million in 2016. Cruise currently resides in a $9.5 million penthouse in Clearwater Florida. Located in The Skyview building, the two-story unit is also just blocks from another Church of Scientology center-the religion's spiritual headquarters, known as Flag Land Base. Cruise has reportedly scooped up three additional condos in the building for his staff and relatives. Related: Legendary fund manager makes bold stock market prediction The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Pink Villa
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Mission Impossible The Final Reckoning India Box Office: Tom Cruise starrer grosses a lower-than-expected Rs 38 crore over unusual 2-day weekend
Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning amassed Rs. 37.75 crore (USD 4.40 million) in its shortened two-day weekend in India. While these are big numbers for a Hollywood film in India, the Tom Cruise led franchise has delivered better in the past and are, therefore, somewhat underwhelming. The Saturday-Sunday total is notably lower than that of its predecessor, Dead Reckoning, which earned Rs. 77 crore during its five-day extended weekend, with Rs. 41 crore coming from Saturday and Sunday. Even Mission: Impossible – Fallout managed Rs. 35 crore over the same two-day period back in 2018, a figure that would adjust to over Rs. 50 crore today, something which was expected from this film. The Day Wise Box Office Collections of Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning in India are as follows: There was some hope for the film to surpass the lifetime numbers of Dead Reckoning, even after its relatively softer start, but now, after Sunday failed to show a major growth, it has become highly unlikely, if not… mission impossible. Mission: Impossible has been one of the best performers among Hollywood franchises in India, particularly since Ghost Protocol in 2011. Each subsequent film had outgrossed the last — until now. For the franchise to end on a decreasing note is disappointing.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Henry Cavill jokes Tom Cruise might be invincible: 'I don't even know if he can bleed'
Henry Cavill and Tom Cruise Henry Cavill who starred alongside Tom Cruise in ' Mission: Impossible – Fallout ,' recently shared some fascinating behind-the-scenes insights that showcase just how far Cruise is willing to push himself for a perfect shot. Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live following the release of the film, Cavill was asked the question that's crossed many minds: does Tom Cruise actually have a death wish? Cavill, known for his role as Superman, laughed off the suggestion before explaining Cruise's mindset when it comes to action scenes . 'You'd think so,' Cavill said, 'but no. He's just that good at it. Sure, he gets hurt, but honestly, I'm not convinced Tom Cruise can actually bleed.' His response, half-joking and half-awestruck, painted a picture of a man whose commitment to practical stunts is nearly superhuman. Cruise's injury didn't stop him from running just six weeks later The conversation turned to a particularly infamous stunt during which Cruise leaped between buildings — a move that went slightly off course and resulted in a broken ankle. Doctors reportedly warned the actor that he'd need six months to recover and might never run again. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 3 Reasons to Plug This Into Your Home Today elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Learn More Undo But Cruise's response was characteristically defiant. 'That's not good. That doesn't work,' he told them. And somehow, just six weeks later, he was back on set. running again, as if the injury had never happened. Even Simon Pegg won't rewatch the moment cruise got hurt The jaw-dropping leap was later revisited by the cast on 'The Graham Norton Show,' where Simon Pegg admitted that Cruise tried to show him the playback but he couldn't bring himself to watch. Pegg recalled how Cruise finished the shot despite the painful injury, continuing to run on a broken ankle past the camera. 'Oh, that's so him,' was the reaction from everyone on set which is a mix of admiration and disbelief. A fearless legacy that only grows with time Tom Cruise has made a career out of redefining action cinema, often at the cost of his own bones. From clinging to planes mid-air to scaling skyscrapers, his stunt work in 'Mission: Impossible' has become just as legendary as the franchise itself. And for co-stars like Cavill, who admire both the madness and the mastery, the experience seems to leave one question lingering: is Tom Cruise even human?
