"I want fat hands and I'm gonna dance": Tom Cruise on how Tropic Thunder's Les Grossman got so gross

[@renragged]

Les Grossman is one of the greatest things that has ever happened in cinema.

[@Biden_is_demented]

Take a step back, and literally fuck your own face.

[@smackers705]

Dont underestimate Sgt Lincoln Osiris

[@YourHostNathanBurke]

renragged Les Grossman resulted in multiple people telling me I look like Tom Cruise. You know what? I’ll take that! Lol

[@LisaMarie-rh5yn]

@renragged I agree. Randomly passed by this page but HAD to watch because honestly, I remain obsessed with that character. Truly IS one of the greatest moments in movie history & the dancing -- still blows my mind it was so f**king brilliant.

[@MrCardboard00]

@@YourHostNathanBurke Embrace it dude!) Tell'em to fuck their own faces!)

[@PaperPatriot]

This Interviewer is so seriously good, it's like he becomes bestfriends with every actor in 5 minutes

[@henkondemand]

They share the passion for cinema, and that's what builds instant connection.

[@gabbar51ngh]

Interviewer doesn't ask questions which makes artists uneasy or uncomfortable and sticks to movies that's why

[@ItsBad4UCounterIntelligence]

that s an interviewer that does his research and he is passionate about what he does

[@richardbrown3055]

Ali plumb is hands down the best film and entertainment interviewer in the world. He has a genuine love and passion for his work, he does his homework, and more importantly never crosses the line with the people he’s interviewing, the man is a consummate professional. The actors all let their guard down when speaking with Ali, because he has earned their trust time and again. Tom Cruise is a prime example, he is pretty much always charming in his interviews, but his mannerisms are practiced and not quite natural, with repetition between different interviewers, it’s Tom Cruise playing Tom Cruise, with Ali there is no facade, Tom trusts the man opposite him, and enjoys their interactions.

[@MrShoryuken1]

@@richardbrown3055 Graham Norton has entered the chat...

[@panteliskaramolegkos2693]

Let's not underestimate Matthew McConaughey's silent support to Les Grossman's delivery. They both nailed the scene.

[@LaneTheBrane]

They stole the film

[@Rio..o7..]

equal parts horror and intrigue

[@bpal7006]

I always notice Mathew in the background after Tom(Wes) grabs the phone and speaks to “Flaming Dragon”. Just the subtle reactions as a blur figure nobody should really be watching. I appreciate it. Genuinely. And Bill Hader brings it home. His little quips when Wes is dancing are scene stealers for a brief second. That scene should get a lifetime achievement award.

[@SuperCosty2010]

And Bill Hader's not so silent one. Unfortunately, Ben hasn't explored Bill's talent that much in the movie

[@zimmschan]

When McConaughey asks Stiller how the adoption is going and Stiller says not good, McConaughey looks at the picture of his son and says "yeah, well at least you get to choose yours" all disappointedly, had me dead every time.

[@pikkon899]

The first time I saw "Tropic Thunder" I had no idea "Les Grossman" was Tom Cruise until the credits rolled. The reaction from the theater when they saw his name was priceless.

[@unusualbydefault]

Same

[@richardordonez8331]

That's why I always stay seated until the credits are over

[@loading4354]

Ikr, I'm like wait thats the f***ng TOM CRUISE?? Even my father was surprised and laughed.

[@hyacinth.e.]

After finding out through the credits, I scanned the movie again and watched just his scenes.

[@s0nycz3kk]

When I saw Grinch first few times I didn't notice it was Jim Carrey, then I saw credits, also a lot did the dubber that was selected for Grinch, 'coz we usually have this one specific guy dubbing Jim Carrey. Also had no idea that Robert Downey Jr. was playing the black man in Tropic Thunder until he took the mask off, or as you mentioned Tom Cruise. These little random surprises always get me.

[@Qwazin]

Tom Cruise is a fucking legend for playing Les Grossman.

[@WhiteDwarfVR4]

Andreas Nordvall I didn't even recognize him the first time I watched that movie, then I noticed his name in the credits, had to watch it again and I laughed even harder than the first time 😂

[@steadytube]

best character ever

[@stevefowler2112]

I absolutely split a gut watching that movie and had no idea Tom had been Les Grossman until I had watched it for the 2nd time when I saw his credit...pure legend for sure.

[@steadytube]

G5 Playa. Hahahahahaha

[@spartan1010101]

I had no idea it was Cruise which is why you know how well done the character was lol

[@NelsonStJames]

You may not like every Tom Cruise film, but you can not deny the amount of hard work and dedication Cruise puts into every film he's in.

[@blackmage665]

It's hard to like the person, but god damn has he got an amazing record for good to great movies. And yes he puts a lot of himself in the movies he carries.

[@erikdenstore1197]

And the versatility of this actor is amazing, from collateral to tropic thunder to jerry maguire

[@AT-cy7im]

I'm a total fan, love all his films

[@Bowfella]

The fact that Les Grossman's personality was made by Tom cruise makes his character just that much more amazing.

[@greekmonkey9790]

Tom Cruise said Les Grossman was an impersonation of or based on Harvey Weinstein.

[@walterm.robertsiiiphd2157]

Says a lot about what he thinks of studio heads!

[@shhh3185]

@@greekmonkey9790 "fat hands"

[@vicenterune6959]

I saw Tropic Thunder at a cinema, and I must recognice that I never guessed that Les Grossman was Tom Cruise until I saw the credits, and still justo didn't believe it, hahahaha

[@enriquesinghjr]

The interviewer quotes a line from a movie Cruise filmed over 20 years ago and he still remembers it... I can't even remember what I had for breakfast this morning.

[@murilocruz7752]

True. And knowing Tom who absolutely dedicated to his craft, all those lines be delivered on demand.

[@shihabsoft]

JARVIS: Gluten free waffles sir

[@manygaga1]

yeah, here you can feel Tom Cruise is really into movies above anything else. It's his passion. He is a good actor and he knows it but that's ok. I always wonder which actor or actress would go on in de filmbusiness if they would get the wage of a "normal" person.

[@timouradjiev3529]

when you watch each of your movies at least once a week, your memory of them tends to become elite

[@naturalallnaturalwhitepist1789]

Enrique Singh aids be a bout a bich

[@davidr4523]

Tom Cruise who has been interviewed over 1 million times still has this incredible enthusiasm for his body of work. You would expect him at this point in his successful career to be bored by these question. The man is a true superstar.

[@pkheretic1945]

How does jimmy Kimmel have a show but this interviewer doesn’t My mans balling with the flow

[@mr.gabriel382]

Well jimmy plays the meat whistle. So...

[@shealee3198]

Comes across more genuine and natural than both Jimmy's, Kimmel and Fallon.

[@Hshjshshjsj72727]

a lot of it is tom and his own charisma i think

[@annaanderson4197]

I love this man's interviews, they flow, and I have yet to see a poorly formulated one from him. I appreciate that he does not constantly interrupt the interviewee's train of thought, that he is reflective and considerate and that he has a lovely sense of humor. Regarding his being given a show: he is not a comedian/S.N.L. Alumnus. This style of interview doesn't really demonstrate a need to pander to an audience. It seems like he really enjoys this type of interaction with a famous person. I hope he keeps doing his thing, it's pleasant to watch ❤.

[@NPC-hj4me]

PK Heretic, cause Kimmel kisses ass.

[@seanfrashier631]

He's such a good guest. He talks to everybody like he's known them for years and actually enjoys being there

[@ryans413]

Sean Frashier he respects everyone he's famous but treats everyone equally love that about him and that's why I support his films.

[@fafaflobie6798]

they try to crap on him all the time because of his personal life, hes a hell of an actor, a hard working man and what he does on his spare time is his biz

[@imtiazahmed2163]

It’s easy to be happy when you sacrifice virgins so you can live forever

[@laughingman7882]

According to Christian Bale he has no real emotion and the eyes of a psychopath.

[@NikolaAvramov]

@@laughingman7882 Bale's an actor. He knows acting when he sees it. Charisma's undeniable. But it can be groomed. Like strength. Appearing nice and being nice aren't the same thing.

[@hakaveli72]

Tom Cruise is often dismissed as merely a handsome kook, when in fact he's a cinematic savant. So many of his turns on film make them favorites. Vanilla Sky, The Last Samurai, Collateral, Minority Report, Eyes Wide Shut, Rain Man... even Risky Business. Hollywood wouldn't be the same without him.

[@IggyBing]

Nicholson predicted as much, shortky after A Few Good Men. He's one of the greats in my book... even the kooky Scientology crap, as long as he isn't out doing illegal crap, then whatever: most religions are insane twaddle anyway.

[@nekitamol1k242]

You're forgetting his best performance, Born on the Fourth of July.

[@jameswallace5235]

@@nekitamol1k242 Massively underrated perfomance. But Magnolia is his best for me. Such a different kind of role. The first time he ever did anything that was slightlu villainous, which obviously paved the way for Collateral.

[@stu1002]

Glad you mentioned Vanilla Sky - that film is achingly beautiful and melancholy - if you let the rooftop dilemma at the end of the film play over in your mind for a bit you end up questioning your whole existence.

[@ocvegasproperty]

I love Vanilla Sky but it was a remake of a Spanish film and they really just copied it verbatim and really didn’t even improve on it.

[@calvinlaw7790]

This interviewer is fantastic!

[@hesch-tag]

Calvin Law Too much of a fan for an interviewer maybe. Enjoyed it though.

[@jeremyevantaylor1724]

That is how an interview should be, where you get to fanboy out and ask questions that your viewers wish they could ask and talk about your favorite parts of the interviewees career. Most importantly, he respectfully listened instead of just rapid firing questions. That was so fun to watch.

[@plusultra3429]

Yeah very very professional interview, you can be a fanboy if you re still doing you job very well, it doesnt hurt AT ALL. I agree this interview is very good, this is the first interview that ive seen where they actually discuss some real staff and not just superficial issues promoting the movie or paying tribute to the actor and Tom Cruise had fun talking about the staff he cares about. I learned something and I gonna check more of that

[@crispinhandly6159]

Im not gay but I want to suck this interviewer off after watching this. He is excellent.

[@automaticchic]

Calvin Law yeah.i think Tom is lowkey intimidated by him

[@ExileOnDaytonStreet]

This guy can carry a conversation with anyone, and make it feel natural. That’s a hell of a skill.

[@23shipoopi23]

Who tom cruise or the interviewer

[@phonyk568]

23shipoopi23 yes

[@franjes9999]

@@23shipoopi23 I think he was referring to the interviewer this guy has interviewed alot of very great film people and many have said they loved interviewing with him. Spike Lee said its always refreshing talking to someone who knows cinema about his interview with him which says alot.

[@henwoda]

@@franjes9999 Interviewer is Ali Plumb btw

[@jarltrippin]

Tropic Thunder gets funnier as time goes on. I just realised that most of the characters are out there shooting a war film, and Tom Cruise, the dude who you would normally expect to be doing all the action, is relegated to the role of a movie producer in an office the entire time. That is such a fucking fantastic joke, I can't believe it took me this long to get it.

[@rumrnr78]

Damn, that is deep. I mean, deep, deep- balls deep! Nice perspective!

[@alphapimp]

😂😂😂

[@nhanhunhanhu]

He was offered the main role, but declined because of agenda. The Ben stiller took it and did a good job with it.

[@iannmichea7061]

@@nhanhunhanhu Ben Stiller directed Tropic Thunder💀He was obviously the protagonist since the start

[@NathanLorenzana]

@@nhanhunhanhu Really?? Oh my God Tom Cruise playing Simple Jack after co starring with Dustin Hoffman in Rainman would have been weird and insane haha.

[@remembertheblacksabbath]

As nutty as Tom Cruise is, ya just can’t take away his brilliant acting ability. Most geniuses are eccentric.

[@sdemosi]

It's true. He's really good at selling a character, no matter how daft. He has 100% conviction and it's infectious. You can't help but like him. Unfortunately he's also 100% committed to his whacky religion so...

[@JamesB21a]

He didn't seem nutty at all in this interview.

[@sciencenate]

He is no genius

[@stevem2323]

@@sciencenate Why not?

[@garygotgameclips]

@@sdemosi thats only thing that keeps me on the fence about tom cruise, man, i just wish he'd pull a leah remini and dip but i imagine the church would try to ruin him in some way since he's an A-list celebrity and probably who brings them the most publicity

[@X150t]

I don't think I've ever seen an interview where the chemistry between the interviewer and interviewee is this great, well done.

[@jaygeyser5836]

You should watch Quinton Tarrentino's interview with him. It was pretty good, and not the same old boring questions everyone asks him.

[@eddyfizio5349]

Sounds like you should watch Hot Ones, its a show here on KZbin

[@henwoda]

Ali Plumb is a super cool interviewer, a lot of actors and actresses he's worked with always said they had a great time

[@eily_b]

What a great interview! Someone who really knows what he is talking about and loves movies equally as Tom Cruise. You can see that both are enjoying it.

[@sandraa3550]

This popped up today, and I had always heard that TC was a little arrogant. That never bothered me because to achieve in his industry I think actors need to have some arrogance. But this felt like Tom really enjoyed this interview and was truly genuine. Love the interviewer too. Absolutely loved Matthew McConnaugheys face when Less Grossman dances in front of him. Can that be any more expressive ?? 🤣

[@roningaijin7701]

@@sandraa3550 oh how naive... Tom is overly enthusiastic in every interview that doesn't ask about his personal life. Tom is fake, he has a narcissism about himself that is pretty intimidating to other actors. He's the "hey buddy", vigorous handshake, "I love your work" guy to everyone.

[@niuean3000]

@@roningaijin7701 Strong opinion on someone you have never met?....oh how naive...

[@frederiquerijsdijk]

Yeah BBC is really good in that, and this guy in particular. Check out this one with Tarantino: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n6mQqqBpmJxmbNE

[@Johnnythefirst]

If he really came up with the fat hands, he's a genius. :D

[@TheArsenalgunner28]

I feel like In real life...he’s a bat shit ego maniac. But when it comes to movies, he just transcends. Can’t knock the guy at all. He knows his skill set and doesn’t go for roles that don’t particularly suit him but he’s great at what he does...which just happens to be dancing around in a fat suit

[@madmind_mover7689]

The fact that Tom Cruise did that movie with Robert Downey jr. And along with the entire cast that is by far one of the best film's ever made

[@icantthinkofagoodusername5829]

Tom Cruise, Matthew McConaughey, Robert Downey jr, Nick Nolte, Ben Stiller, and Jack Black all together in a movie, of course it will be one of the best. It's one of my favourite movies ever.

[@malik87breaker]

Iron Man and Spiderman that are gay lovers xD

[@crossbearer6453]

CriMZoN LinK Are you aware Tom Cruise nearly played Ironman. He was one of their choices. I wonder how f it ever came up

[@jd2192]

@@icantthinkofagoodusername5829 Bill Hader is worthy of that list

[@icantthinkofagoodusername5829]

@@jd2192 Bill was in that movie too?

[@senevel1]

I don’t think we appreciate this man enough. He is a treasure

[@blackmage665]

I mean, his work speaks for itself, the problem is that he is also in a cult and has been abusive to his wife, and is pretty soulless at times.

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Yes, because everyone in the comment section is an absolute saint

[@Barrythebarnabas]

I’m not a saint but I’m also not a woman beating cultist. There is a middle ground moron. It’s not just two extremes. Nice try though

[@juliusperseus8612]

@@blackmage665 that's the BS that's some useless people say. Meanwhile the wokeTrash community is the one actively bullying their way to everything and Ruining everything. Tom Cruise is Not harassing nobody compared to these weirdos.

[@blackmage665]

@@juliusperseus8612 Tom cruise is one person with no real power to do that, compared to mobs of mentally ill people. no one said he was harassing people, that's a strawman, stop making shit up. I love how you literally could not help bringing up your side of politics to me however, as if it helps your position. This is why both the left and right are awful...

[@stupifyingstupedity2112]

Tom Cruise: "I want fat hands!" Les Grossman: "Les grosses mains!"

[@dielaughing73]

Holy shit

[@Jsintilme]

Haha how that escaped me, I have no idea. That’s fucking genius 😂😂😂

[@JoJoLux2013]

Oh ! Excellent, i didn't catch this at first !! really bravo!

[@letsbePro]

Wow, awesome

[@maxndundula3357]

Stupifying Stupedity 😂😂😂😂😂

[@Tambuzi729]

Interviews like this remind me how good Tom Cruise is. He’s not just good in franchises but individual movies he’s so amazing. Collateral, Rain Man, A few good men, jerry Maguire 👌🏿

[@A4bhishe7k]

Wth you talking... Mission Impossible series is DOPE

[@chaitanyapenmetsa4086]

Magnolia.

[@StrasnusDude]

Mission Impossible, bro.

[@miketrotman9720]

Exactly. And when he's paired with older actors (Paul Newman, "Color of Money"; Jack Nicholson, "A Few Good Men"; Dustin Hoffman; even Jason Robards ("Magnolia"), he is at his best.

[@papacinoooo]

@@miketrotman9720 you forgot the firm tho, with gene the legend

[@olivia6063]

This is a very good interview. Tom is a legend. Laughed like crazy when I watched him playing Les Grossman

[@SaintHughMungus]

he is a fantastic actor, no one can say otherwise

[@joshl3721]

Saint Hugh Mungus he's not a fantastic actor

[@KartikeyaDutta]

He is the best movie star in the world.

[@comment8748]

Saint Hugh Mungus he is a fucking legend

[@FelixAmark]

he is a terrific actor.

[@pinacoladatv808]

Saint Hugh Mungus the rock guy can barley act and now he is the most famous actor of all Time!!!

[@3732334]

the dude is 55 years old and he looks like hes in his early 30's.. hes fking awesome :D

[@hasselett]

Cyan Taylor What person in his early 30's looks like this... Please, he looks good but he certainly looks 45-50.

[@mudejartrainingnaturalscie6938]

Cyan Taylor Les Grossman is Tom without the makeup and hairpiece

[@hasselett]

Well, then you look old as shit. Tom Cruise looks good but he doesn't look young af

[@dankthug8815]

he looks about 39-39 but yeah still crazy good to be in his mid 50's

[@vincevirtua]

Cyan Taylor he's had some stuff done on his face now though.

[@domri4203]

Remembering that monologue about 20 years later just proves how good of an actor he is

[@anti-ethniccleansing465]

What monologue?

[@godspeed6947]

Les Grossman was hilarious. The fact that he defined the look was genius.

[@ChristopherSmith-bh4sz]

One of the best interviews of anyone I've ever seen, got a lot out of Tom. He was relaxed and having fun.

[@NeoVelocity]

I love Tom, he's a such a boss, puts 200%in every role and it shows. Never gets old watching him roll

[@yuhand_ayaninura]

This interviewer is awesome. The level of comfort I'm seeing on Tom Cruise in is so lovely to watch.

[@henwoda]

Ali Plumb is super cool, yep!

[@epoxeclipse]

Edge of tomorrow.. That is probably my favorite. The acting in that movie was rather difficult to pull off too, awesome work.

[@okaymckay]

epoxeclipse ikr? That movie is surprisingly fascinating.

[@RAMMSTEIN4HIMMER]

+okaymckay and Emily Blunt as the Full Metal Bitch was sexy as hell

[@HeyouCrow]

epoxeclipse *Ditto!

[@orangeballoffailureNYC]

Full metal bitch!!

[@ghfhgfuuu]

epoxeclipse nobody asked you.

[@aehmerchant]

TC is legend. Most of his movies are just an immersive experience, he has hardly delivered bad performances. One of the most committed actors in the world.

[@airline45]

best interviewer ever! could watch tom talk for hours this was so much fun

[@joecoe4416]

HIS PERFORMANCE IN COLLATERAL IS OUTSTANDING!!!!!

[@encchick2]

Absolutely! Totally chilling and a bit terrifying. He creeped me out hard core in that one.

[@unapologeticallyawareness4629]

yet he was super cool! like literally a wolf come to life or a tree werewolf story

[@jordancooke5980]

Joe Coe his best

[@Hugh_Morris]

He was fantastic

[@tnightwolf]

My favorite movie with Tom Cruise, and Les Grossman is my favorite character for sure.

[@SudhirRaja23]

Gosh! This single interview sums up my entire childhood. This man has made incredible movies and has never, NEVER disappointed ever. Even when he speaks about other movies, he still kills it. TC is forever. :) Thanks for the video.

[@danadentremont7233]

Also really good interviewer i hate when an interviewer is fake and asks the same questions as the last guy. Or they have fake ads forced laughs. This guy though! Keep it up your killing it

[@danadentremont7233]

Laughs* not ads

[@SpookeyClown]

amen

[@mohitoBhau5499]

It's BBC Radio 1, Number 1, Indeed.

[@TK_Brainslug]

that's why I wished he had done Craig Fergusons show, I think they would get along great

[@miguelfernandes9054]

If you think about it probably the only actor that remains a top star in the business since the 80's until now .So much respect from Tom

[@kristinamitchell716]

Miguel Fernandes Keanu Reeves. Sandra Bullock. Sarah Jessica Parker.

[@ghughen]

Miguel Fernandes only really Tom Hanks I can think of to be honest.

[@hilaryrussell3063]

Hanks, Streep, De Niro (even though his later movies are mediocre), DiCaprio, Pitt, Julia Roberts, Denzel Washington and a few others. . .Cruise does tend to draw the bigger revenues with blockbusters though.

[@poppers7317]

Julia Roberts hasn't done anything relevant in years.

[@hilaryrussell3063]

Poppers 73 Homecoming is great. . .just because it’s TV, doesn’t mean she hasn’t done anything. It is a great show (season one only so far.)

[@AutoRevLife]

Colin Farrell as The Penguin = Tom Cruise as Les Grossman. Unbelievable performances by them both and you didn't even realize it was them!

[@melvinloyalist6758]

Great take and spot on comparison.

[@dbuck1964]

Lol I had no idea that the penguin was Collin Ferrell! 😱🤦🏼‍♂️🤣

[@GamesWithBrainz]

i legitimately watched tropic thunder all the way thru and didnt realize it was tom until i saw a video about it. One of his best performances

[@PraxisVisuals]

2:48 "Smack it up, flip it, rub it down, whOAAAA!" I love Bill Hader

[@theroachden6195]

That was the third best line in the movie.

[@alessandrod.6048]

@@theroachden6195 what are the other two? I have some ideas...

[@jakewhite3132]

@@alessandrod.6048 The movie's stupid quotable. "More like what do you need, Les? Glasses?!" "You spank that Ass, Les!" "I don't know what it's called; I just know the sound it makes when it takes a man's life."

[@GriseGaot]

Me? I know who I am. I'm a dude playing a dude disguised as another dude. Alpa Chino: Yeah, but those dudes are trained soldiers. Kirk Lazarus: Yeah. And we're trained actors motherfucker.

[@GLI00M]

Swingin' past the knees

[@saltau3734]

I don't think there is any other actor that genuinely loves movies as Tom Cruise does. Brilliant actor, polite, courteous and for me he really defines the modern day 'movie star'.

[@AllCal530]

Hes and idiot

[@kylie9687]

Salt AU he does his own stunts as well

[@tiaaaron3278]

He was spectacular in Magnolia,Collateral,Born on the Fourth of July, Jerry Maguire,etc.

[@crazyboxer3689]

The fact Tom Cruise still knew that line word for word is pretty impressive.

[@solemn-man3170]

Can you imagine quoting jerry Maguire with tom cruise.

[@errhka]

seriously - if that ever happened to me I would have died

[@janvijayan6525]

I would faint.

[@gemdre]

I love Tom Cruise and most of his films. No one has mentioned how brilliant he was as Lestat in Interview with a Vampire.

[@ComicBookGuy420]

Everybody has mentioned how good he is as Lestat The praise that movie has justifiably received over the years is insane

[@scottgordon7754]

Oh, they did back in the day

[@bc1969214]

Anne Rice was against him playing the role but changed her tune after it came out.

[@boscopappas234]

Anytime Cruise plays a bad guy he’s brilliant: Collateral, Magnolia, Tropic Thunder, & Interview With A Vampire.

[@marcopolo208]

Tom Cruise. An absolute legend. He is friendly, inspiring and always trying to make movies better than they were originally written, I bet he can be a pain to directors sometimes but in the end it is worth it. I enjoy his movies no matter what role he plays.

[@scottwallace1]

Great comments. Though I’ve read and seen interviews where every director he’s ever worked with is in love with him because he’s so committed to seeing the movie succeed.

[@dranzerjetli5126]

The mummy disagrees

[@el34glo59]

He's actually easy to deal with on set supposedly

[@alohatraveler]

Legend This guy flew a helicopter in a dangerous sequence, while acting and controlling the cameras and all alone in the helicopter. Nobody has ever even attempted that. He's the man

[@kirbymichaelides7288]

These are always absolutely the best interviews of all time. I’m embarrassed to say I can’t recall the name of the interviewer, but I have watched all his Marvel content and I’m so impressed by his in-depth level of knowledge. He truly interviews in a way that no other interviewer has mastered. He makes it fun. Give him a massive raise!

[@M0nkZer0]

People focus on his religion and bad media but anyone that denies his impact on the film industry is crazier than they say he is

[@donnaabrams2570]

R K gotta agree.

[@auror9792]

Word!!!

[@binaldoshi495]

I agree. I think of the 'superstars' of yesteryears, he is the only one the term still applies to today. Movie after movie, people are walking in to the MI franchise just coz of him. In this day and age, I can't think of any other star that gets people into theatres just on his name alone.

[@SaimenvSalis]

@@binaldoshi495 There are sure some others lile Christoph Waltz, Bryan Cranston, Keanu Reeves, Dwayne Johnson, Danzel Washington etc.

[@Tyler.254]

What religion is Tom Cruise? Scandinavian?

[@scorpionz44]

give this man his own talk show, instead of james corden like seriously (the interviewer i mean)

[@jodie3950]

Heyyy James Corden is adorable and so so sweet. These are two interviewers with different styles that dont compare to each other

[@markotodorovic7013]

I like Ali Plumb a lot but i don't think he should be talk show host. Those type of programs require someone with more energy.

[@bptnmrphy3991]

the easily entertained crowd is who he's there for.

[@BlindingDarkness1111]

The thing I love best about Tom is his sense of play. He enjoys having fun and laughing. I'm guessing that's his best side...want to see it more!!!!! 🤣

[@ichbinich1775]

His laughter is authentic as Fallon's.

[@ssjwes]

This is my fav Tom Cruise interview. You did a great job.

[@kurgon1976]

Les Grossman is one of his best characters.

[@aaronhumphrey2009]

He's savagely Ripping on Hollywood producers/ Elite's. Les is pure malevolent narcissistic greed. " Get yourself a G-5, son!"

[@dancemaniac3868]

It's rare to see an interview where Tom Cruise is relaxed and personable. This is probably the best I've seen so far.

[@freaker126]

I love it when Tom said he loves the movies. He's a master of his craft and even loves old gens movies. Most people today, don't give a fick about old movies.

[@madtownjeremy]

Say what you want about him as a person...but as a filmmaker and actor the guy NEVER phones it in. Always awesome to watch!

[@CGoody564]

I wouldn't say he's a bad person. Extremely deluded and brainwashed, but not a bad guy. To be fair, most religions sound as ridiculous as Scientology to me. I don't get why they tend to be singled out.

[@timholden1371]

Tom Cruise is one of my favorite actors. I’m 40 years old and my entire life (as far as I can remember) has been jam packed with outstanding movies. From Risky Business, Legend, and Top Gun to Tropic Thunder, Edge of Tomorrow, and back around to Top Gun again. This dude is so dedicated to his art he pulled off being a white American samurai; I mean who the hell else in earth could do that? Just a phenomenal actor and for the love of god does he ever really age. The guy looks better at 60 than most men at 40 lol. I swear he physically ages at 1/2 the rate of the rest of humanity.

[@matthewcharlesshane5868]

Worked for a few months on the WB lot in Burbank. When he came through the gate, one of thee nicest people, you'll ever meet, hands down!

[@ellebelle4094]

Excellent interview. Got so much of Cruise's psyche and passion in Cruise's words. Too many interviews are the interviewer being cute making it all about him. This delved into how Cruise practices his craft.

[@kevinlucas8437]

Love that Tom mentions movies you wouldn't think he'd appreciate and even know. That shows he's an actor who really loves the art !!!!

[@WisamSafi1978]

I’m a big Tom Cruse fan. I watched tropical thunder and I didn’t know he was in it until the last scene when he’s watching the oscars with that tom cruse relaxed posture and his signature smile on his face. Awesome acting. Worthy of an Oscar

[@OttoByOgraffey]

Tropic thunder

[@Denis-89]

Tom Cruise is always the nicest star around!

[@jacobjorgenson9285]

jajceboy he's also member of a cult

[@Denis-89]

Yes, and?

[@Bellecinno]

Twisted Soul how do you know if he's gay?

[@juainott5281]

jajceboy pff tom and reeves

[@timhortonscoffee2306]

Also the most professional person in Hollywood. When he is sent a script he always reads it and replies with notes within one hour. One...

[@ramonmaximiliano3557]

7:25 the guy starts to mention from the top of his head some of the classics from old cinema, he is an excellent committed actor, he knows what he is doing, he has a good background on the topic, he uses no stuntmen, Tom Cruise when making a film is the translation of the word PROFESSIONAL!

[@JS-tk2co]

He broke his knee a week ago. Still doin his duty promoting his film. Professional pro

[@ishakalra9683]

JAYANT srivastava wasn't that his ankle?

[@Sushilkumar92]

JAYANT srivastava it's an old footage at the time of the mummy promotion

[@aphroditeonearth9947]

JAYANT srivastava ankle..he broke his ankle.

[@ScrubNigel]

Professional pro? Professional professional...

[@Irishlass77]

Ankle

[@danielodom2286]

This is the best Tom Cruise interview ever!

[@jscho8674]

I do find him to be eccentric, but I don't think I have ever seen a movie of his I didn't love. He is terrific.

[@descent815]

Les Grossmen was the best character in the whole movie.

[@Carlos_Vegas]

Alpa Chino too..

[@abichuelatorrez69]

Kirk lazarus

[@Garahan]

Naaah the dude RDJ was playing hands down

[@QuetzalcoatlOdin]

Being played by Tom, in disguise. Didn't know it was him until the closeup. Saw the eyes and realised it was Tom.

[@novumdomine9925]

He was great, but limited. RDJ carried that film on his back minus the Cruise scenes.

[@dankelly2484]

Tom cruise is a pioneer of his craft! This interviewer excels in the task of the interview! They both seem like good people with good manners and respect. Which is probably the best formula for their success.

[@fockinausty]

I can feel how much the interviewer loves movies when he asks questions and interacts with the actors and actresses.

[@Logic105]

The last 2 minutes talk about his favorite movies proves this guy is a god damn genius when it comes to acting.

[@mikieson]

Cruise is above and beyond pretty much any other actor out there..he is just a dedicated genius in my opinion..

[@shrisub881]

Patriot Jefferson I mean to say that any other Industry he would not have got even an entry job it is the entertainment industry which is open for all.

[@joecook5689]

He dropped out of high school? So. He's obviously bright. College graduates don't necessarily mean you are smart or educated. Half the time it means you were born upper middle class or higher. Dad had money to send you to four years of fraternity or sorority school, while majoring in business or something. Universities need money too. Jay Leno did a Jay walking bit on tonight show. Asking questions to random people. True story, he asked a girl with a college degree who the president was. She didn't know. She said I don't follow politics.

[@Jumpboy5100]

@@joecook5689 he fell for scientology

[@Mike-iz9kh]

The editing on this video is top-notch. Every film mentioned is shown, just the perfect amount to give context to what they're talking about. Major kudos for that!

[@travisjohnson6676]

the dude broke his ankle jumping from one building to another in MI: Fallout and still completed filming the scene I have a minor pulled muscle in my back and fell like laying on the couch all day

[@carolinefiorentini3233]

One of the best interview i've seen of Tom Cruise ! Marvelous questions !

[@theclimbingcadillac]

One of the best Tom Cruise interviews. You can see how he actually enjoys this interview.

[@Searlichek]

If you haven't seen Collateral, go and see it. Tom Cruise is excellent as a bad guy.

[@BrandonHasAChannel]

^THIS^ #itsonhulu

[@lafreewaylafreeway]

Andy Searle ....That is a fantastic film.....plus he is sporting grey hair which suits him.....

[@joiegu7548]

Andy Searle indeed 😌😌😌

[@julian23561]

"Yo homie, is that my briefcase?" An extremely memorable line before executing one of the most insane weapon drills ever.

[@rickeyeaster1176]

That jazz club scene was crazy

[@hbk42581]

This is one of the best Tom Cruise interviews I've ever seen.

[@edumalafaia11]

Tropical Thunder is the last real comedy ever made. All characters are flawless

[@adnaanjugoo1234]

Best interviewer ever. To get reactions like these, not a lot of people can do that!

[@MichaelHolmgaard]

Biggest movie legend in the world, period! The fact that the Academy hasn't given him an Oscar yet, is simply a tragedy. Whether you like the guy or not, Tom Cruise has the most impressive track record in Hollywood, and he should've won more than one Oscar by now. Mostly, I think he got robbed when he was nominated for "Born on the 4th of July" where he delivered a breathtaking performance :/

[@Prince-dr6wm]

Michael Holmgaard Plus he was not even nominated for some of his greatest roles-- Collateral, Interview With the Vampire, Tropic Thunder, Last Samurai etc. He is really really really underrated.

[@seraby7151]

I think he's beyond those awards. He never expressed any real interest on those anyway(i think he actually not a fan of the idea of a paid award). Acting, stunts and learning new tricks is where his passion lie.

[@suddenstutter]

Agree, politics involved is never a good thing

[@Davesky19]

How he didn’t win an Oscar for Rainman will always confound me.

[@suddenstutter]

Davesky19 agree, his performance in that movie is definitely one of the all time greats

[@JamieMarksify]

The way Tom plays Les is just out of this world, I was literally crying with laughter watching him but he was quite a scary dude at the same time 🤣👌

[@rhysnichols8608]

He's really good shape for his age, literally looks 20 years younger than he is

[@tomerohanabentzvi9866]

@GazB more like healthy

[@boss4330]

@Matthew DaviesYou're delusional.

[@boss4330]

​@Matthew Davies 60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. That's a lot of wrinkles... to put it mildly.

[@daniell5740]

@Matthew Davies its called make up lol

[@adrianvaduva5674]

Guys. He still knows every fucking one of his iconic lines

[@marschallfamily2363]

The perfect interview. This gentleman might be the best interviewer on KZbin. He knows the subject and and the subject matter. Tom Cruise is hands down the best actor of our time. This is a legendary interview with a legendary actor.

[@TFD-sn5nt]

This is why Tom Cruise is one of the fucking Legend. We need Tom and Keanu together in a movie. I don’t care if both of them are villains.

[@imshubhajit]

That'll be nuts.

[@abdulrahman6343]

And with bothof them as bad guys the good guys won't even stand a chance 😌

[@minhducnguyen9276]

That's just make it even better.

[@ashash1927]

@@abdulrahman6343 Remember how awesome Tom was in Collateral when he was the villian.

[@bloat1235]

@@ashash1927 Cruise does a great villain/unlikeable character, shame he's been choosing mostly Mission Impossible type movies. My favourite part of his career is probably 90s to Tropic Thunder, he really did have a large variety of roles while still churning the occasional quality action film. If you like Cruise in Collateral as the villain, he's also villainous/not the traditional protagonist in Interview with the Vampire, Magnolia and to a lesser extend Vanilla Sky. Magnolia is a top 5, maybe even all time best Cruise performance for me.

[@ursamajor5107]

The chemistry between Tom and Ali is sensational and the mutual respect is wonderful. It's hard not to have a smile on your face while watching them and you can see how this legendary actor loves being interviewed by this virtuoso interviewer. Regardless of what various philistines complain about Tom Cruise, he is undeniably a living legend and Ali Plumb puts to shame the saying "There are no statues for critics".

[@xMrJanuaryx]

I never would have guessed the breadth and depth of Tom's preparedness for his roles simply based on how the media has portrayed him to me.

[@adamrogan4792]

This is an incredible interview. Thank you BBC.

[@GOLDENEYE-sd8mc]

He really has been one of the best actors ever.

[@sergiobollana]

I have such a massive respect for Tom Cruise. He takes NOTHING for granted. He is in love with movies, and gives 100% of himself to them. True movie star to the core. Zero posing. I don't care about any of the crap out there about scientology or whatever. He is this guy you can see here.

[@shamusmcshane5267]

I tell my kids that all the time .. “Help me .. help you” .. lol

[@maricristinacastel]

English is my second language, why is it not help me to help you? I

[@irarelyupload6930]

Ma. Cristina Castellanos Gómez That also works but you can replace the “to” with a comma.

[@MakeSushi1]

I didnt know he was in tropic thunder!

[@justadude420]

Dude... les Grossman is in my opinion my favorite Tom cruise roll.

[@askingwhyisfree7436]

@@justadude420 roll? like cinnamon?

[@Godsecution]

@@askingwhyisfree7436 fat

[@awesomesaucejay481]

@@justadude420 ROLL... like a dinner roll ?

[@nabihanasar3577]

@@justadude420 u meant role right?

[@caleblim6890]

Tom Cruise’s point about movement and meaning in fight sequences was really great, I think a lot more directors should follow his lead.

[@beetlejuus]

Always liked Tom Cruise. I think he's a guy who is just too intense for Hollywood-types. I get him, and he is dope.

[@justhereforagoodtime88]

Same he might have some out there ideas but he has conviction and I agree with him on psychiatry for the most time. He also seems to be a humble pretty cool guy

[@UltraDoug]

Brilliant interview. Far better than the cliche’ schtick churned out by Hollywood reporters that is always so difficult to watch. Well done!

[@danendrahartawan9268]

DPhoto exactly, you can tell both of them were enjoying it

[@dr.s.choudhury8089]

Damn! He knows so much even about the classics! He genuinely loves his craft. So much dedication, passion and knowledge about movies! 😍😘

[@balajiganesh3981]

I've been binge watching Ali Plumb interviews cause he's such a good interviewer but the ones with TC are the most fun.You can tell that TC enjoyed it a lot

[@JoshBowman1]

Great interview by the presenter! Well cut, fun and just informative enough to pique my interest to see the film with a couple of prior film experiences that are fun to hear about. Great job!

[@bencarter6263]

Just shows the quality between US interviews and UK, they will give a whole show to Jimmy fallom who is one of the worst interviewers ever with his fake laugh and standard questions and you've got Ali plumb getting a great interview in order 10 minutes.

[@ingurlund9657]

I'm a Brit and it's nothing to do with countries, just individuals. I've seen hideous Brit interviews and great American ones. In this case it's a really good Brit one.

[@thai33oz]

You want great American interviewer? Howard stern. The way to a great interview is make sure it's a casual conversation not an interview.

[@canucksfan7332]

@@thai33oz naah he’s too pushy, he like peer pressures for info

[@thai33oz]

@@canucksfan7332 each to their own

[@lewis3853]

The dynamic is very different from a late night show interview to an interview set up like these.

[@liquidphilosopher1816]

holy sh..... this interview felt like a documentary on tom cruise. beautiful

[@MsAnnieclark]

I always love the way this interviewer phrases his questions and is respected by every actor who he engages with.