“It was different”: Tom Cruise Wasn’t Supremely Confident About His 1 Movie Despite His Enduring Legacy of Conquering Hollywood

Tom Cruise is known for his relentless work ethic and supreme confidence in tackling big, daring blockbusters throughout his decades-long career. But even the consummate movie star, who continuously raises the bar with jaw-dropping stunts and performances, once admitted to feeling doubt and uncertainty early on when making the 2003 epic drama The Last Samurai. Stepping far outside his action hero comfort zone, Cruise took on the role of a former US cavalry captain who became absorbed into a samurai clan during 19th century Japan. The film, directed by Edward Zwick, marked a stark departure for Cruise from his more