Tom Cruise is unarguably a fan favorite action star due to his intense dedication, death-defying stunts, and blockbuster franchises. For over four decades, he has redefined the genre, putting audiences on the edge of their seats with high-octane thrills and a compelling storyline. Cruise first gained fame starring in dramas such as Risky Business and Top Gun, before he later transitioned into action movies with Days of Thunder, but it was his role as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible that cemented his status as an A-list action hero.
With his latest film, Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning, set to be released on Friday, the 62-year-old, in an interview, has shared insights into his future career plans.
Tom Cruise reveals his commitment to keep acting for as long as he can
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During his appearance at the premiere of Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning in New York City on Sunday night, the actor, while speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, revealed his unwavering passion for acting, making it clear that he is not looking forward to retiring anytime soon. Instead, he’s more determined than ever to continue his career.
Cruise noted that he had initially aimed to keep making films well into his 80s to mirror the career of legendary actor Harrison Ford, but now he has set his sights even higher. The actor says he plans to continue working on his career even when he is a hundred years old.
He is grateful for the ‘Mission: Impossible’ franchise
Cruise has confirmed that Mission: Impossible – Final Reckoning will mark his final appearance as Ethan Hunt, bringing an end to his legendary run in the action franchise after almost three decades.
Reflecting on his time so far with the series, the Top Gun: Maverick star expressed deep gratitude for the invaluable experiences and relationships he has gained throughout the production of these films while emphasizing the positive impact of working with talented filmmakers, dedicated crews, and diverse cultures, all of which have given him more understanding about storytelling, leadership, and the craft of filmmaking. He noted that the Mission: Impossible franchise has been more than just a career milestone for him; it has also been an extraordinary opportunity for growth, both professionally and personally.