Tom Cruise Digger: Tom Cruise has surprised fans by unveiling the first glimpse of his upcoming film Digger, a project that marks a sharp departure from the high-octane action roles he is best known for. The film is directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind The Revenant and Birdman.
On Thursday, Cruise shared a brief teaser and title announcement, with Warner Bros. billing the film as “a comedy of catastrophic proportions.” The early look hints at an offbeat tone far removed from the Mission: Impossible franchise.
A Teaser That Raises More Questions Than Answers
The short teaser offers little insight into the storyline but leans heavily into surreal imagery. Cruise is seen dancing with a shovel, kneeling before it at one point, and later standing atop a fence overlooking what appears to be an ocean-side boardwalk.
First teaser for Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s new film ‘DIGGER’, starring Tom Cruise
The comedy follows the most powerful man in the world who tries to prove he is humanity’s savior before his own disaster destroys everything
In theaters on October 2, 2026 pic.twitter.com/EKdUYXSnvU
— DiscussingFilm (@DiscussingFilm) December 18, 2025
Sporting a deliberately dishevelled appearance, complete with cowboy boots and athletic shorts, Cruise’s character appears oddly fixated on the shovel, suggesting an eccentric persona. The sequence unfolds to the sound of Gorillaz’s “O Green World,” reinforcing the teaser’s unconventional mood.
Sharing the clip on X, Cruise captioned the post with an enthusiastic, “Let’s f**ing go!”
Introducing…
DIGGER. A comedy of catastrophic proportions from director Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
Only in theaters October 2026. pic.twitter.com/6Ree8GbvBW
— Tom Cruise (@TomCruise) December 18, 2025
Cruise’s First Comedy In Over A Decade
In Digger, Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, described as “the most powerful man in the world.” According to Warner Bros., the character launches into a desperate race to convince humanity that he is its saviour, even as the catastrophe he has unleashed threatens total destruction.
The film marks Cruise’s first full-fledged comedy role since 2010’s Knight and Day, making it a notable shift in his filmography.
Star-Studded Cast And Release Details
The ensemble cast includes Sandra Hüller, Jesse Plemons, John Goodman, Riz Ahmed, Michael Stuhlbarg, Sophie Wilde, and Emma D’Arcy, adding further intrigue to the ambitious project.
Key Details At A Glance
Title: Digger
Director: Alejandro González Iñárritu
Genre: Comedy
Release Date: October 2, 2026
Studio: Warner Bros.
With its cryptic teaser, acclaimed director, and Cruise stepping into unfamiliar territory, Digger is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases on the horizon.
