Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise

Synopsis

From his breakout role in Risky Business with his unforgettable slide and famous grin, to saving the movie business with Top Gun: Maverick, Tom Cruise has pushed himself and those around him to make the best movies possible.

First Air Date: 2024-09-04

Last Air Date: 2024-09-25

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: Vice TV

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Top Cast

Tom Cruise as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

Seasons

Miniseries (2024)

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Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Newcomer (2024-09-04)

Tom Cruise steps into the spotlight, taking the lead in Risky Business, but when Paul Brickman is forced to change his ending will that put an end to Tom’s dreams?
Ep. 2: The Star (2024-09-04)

Tom Cruise enters the danger zone as Tony Scott pushes the limits of the Navy and his actors to achieve his sun-kissed vision.
Ep. 3: The Serious Actor (2024-09-11)

While remaining in the shadow of Dustin Hoffman's performance in "Rain Man", Tom is able to get his first Oscar nomination by breaking out of his mold in "Born On The 4th Of July."
Ep. 4: The Mentor (2024-09-11)

Tom Cruise's next two films will launch the careers of everyone around him while nearly delivering him that elusive Oscar® But Jerry Maguire brings the award within reach.
Ep. 5: The Stuntman (2024-09-18)

Tom Cruise tests his limits, becoming a producer and taking on even riskier stunts. But it's his personal life that nearly sends his career spinning.
Ep. 6: The Producer (2024-09-25)

Tom pushes everyone to the limit, delivering a fitting sequel to Top Gun 30 years later; after Tony Scott's untimely death, Tom takes the lead in finding a story that speaks to him.