The first trailer for Digger, the upcoming film starring Tom Cruise, has officially dropped, and it’s already turning heads. Produced by Warner Bros. and Legendary Entertainment and directed by Oscar-winner Alejandro González Iñárritu, the film looks like a major curveball for Cruise — and that’s what makes it so exciting.
A Very Different Role for Tom Cruise
In Digger, Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, a man described as the most powerful person in the world who suddenly finds himself racing against time to prove he’s humanity’s savior — before a disaster of his own creation brings everything crashing down. The studio calls the film “a comedy of catastrophic proportions,” and the trailer definitely leans into that strange, chaotic energy.
Instead of the usual high-octane action we expect from Cruise, the teaser offers something far more bizarre and playful. We see him dancing awkwardly, wearing cowboy boots, holding a shovel, and balancing along railings — moments that feel intentionally uncomfortable and oddly hilarious. It’s clear this film is aiming for something offbeat and unexpected.
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A Massive Cast and Visionary Director
Alongside Cruise, Digger features a stacked cast including Sandra Hüller, John Goodman, Jesse Plemons, Riz Ahmed, Michael Stuhlbarg, Sophie Wilde, Emma D’Arcy, Burn Gorman, and more. It’s an ensemble packed with serious talent, which only adds to the intrigue.
Behind the camera, Iñárritu returns to English-language filmmaking for the first time since The Revenant. Known for bold storytelling and ambitious themes, he also co-wrote the script, suggesting Digger will balance sharp comedy with deeper ideas about power, responsibility, and chaos.
What to Expect
Digger is currently set to release in theaters on October 2, 2026, including IMAX screenings. For Cruise, this marks a rare step into full-on comedy territory, while for Iñárritu, it looks like a chance to surprise audiences in an entirely new way.
Based on this first trailer alone, Digger feels unpredictable, strange, and refreshingly different. Whether it becomes a massive hit or a cult favorite, one thing is clear: this is not the Tom Cruise movie anyone was expecting — and that’s exactly why it works.
