‘Digger’ has been creating quite a buzz online ever since the project was confirmed. As the first trailer for Tom Cruise’s new film dropped online, fans and netizens alike could not believe their eyes. Sporting thinning white hair, a giant belly, and sagging skin, Cruise transformed into an eccentric billionaire whose company almost sets off a nuclear disaster of mass proportions.Here is a look at the trailer for ‘Digger,’ featuring Tom Cruise’s unrecognisable transformation.
‘Digger’ first trailer drops
The trailer starts with the ‘Mission: Impossible’ actor starring as Digger Rockwell, living the best of his life in his giant mansion. Obsessed with his ageing white cat and his wealth, Cruise is known as the ‘most powerful man in the world’ in this dark comedy film.As the trailer continues, Digger’s company takes a hit after they find out that their actions may have brought on an ecological disaster that can destroy everything humanity stands for. Tasked with one of the most challenging feats of his life, the millionaire takes it upon himself to prove that he is, in fact, humanity’s saviour.John Goodman, who plays the President of the United States in the film, serves his role well in the trailer and says, “Digger got us all into this mess, and Digger’s going to dig us out again.” The remainder of the trailer shows that the one big answer to stop the disaster is to drop bombs on a glacier. However, symbolic to the title, Cruise’s character seems to take on a shovel, showing how he is going to ‘dig’ everyone out of the mess.
Cast of ‘Digger’
Along with Tom Cruise taking the lead in ‘Digger,’ the film has a talented ensemble. It includes John Goodman as the US president, Riz Ahmed as Ganesh, Sandra Hüller, Michael Stuhlbarg, Jesse Plemons, Robert John Burke, Emma D’Arcy, Burn Gorman, Sophie Wilde, Pip Torrens, and Mercedes Hernández as Digger’s housekeeper.
Online reactions to Tom Cruise’s transformation for ‘Digger’
The comment section under the trailer had fans expressing their shock over the complete transformation that Cruise seems to have undergone for the comedy film. Many praised the actor, and even commented about his talent and diverse roles. One person commented, “The combination of the last movie star, one of the world’s best directors, and a chaotic script has me sold!” , while another person shared, “Finally, a movie where Tom Cruise’s most dangerous stunt is raw, unfiltered acting.”Another social media user further added, “The biggest physical transformation Tom Cruise has done since Tropic Thunder”, while another commented, “Tom Cruise is his own cinematic universe.”
When will ‘Digger’ be released?
Tom Cruise’s upcoming film is confirmed to be released in theatres worldwide on October 2, 2026.