Vice TV’s Icons Unearthed takes a look at Tom Cruise, the actor legendary for his commitment to pushing boundaries and delivering unforgettable performances. The documentary series kicks off with a double bill of episodes, “The Newcomer” and “The Star,” airing back-to-back on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, starting at 8:00 PM.
“The Newcomer” explores Tom Cruise’s breakout role in “Risky Business,” including the famous slide, and how director Paul Brickman was forced to change the ending. The episode looks into the making of the film and how it launched Cruise’s career, setting him on a path to become one of the biggest stars in Hollywood.
In “The Star,” the focus shifts to “Top Gun” and Cruise’s collaboration with director Tony Scott. The episode examines how Scott pushed the limits to achieve his sun-kissed vision, and how Cruise embraced the danger and thrill of performing his own stunts. “Top Gun” cemented Cruise’s status as a bona fide action star, and the episode explores the impact the film had on both his career and the action genre as a whole.
Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise airs Wednesday, September 4, 2024, at 8:00 PM on Vice TV, with back-to-back episodes “The Newcomer” and “The Star.”
