Tom Cruise is a billionaire oil tycoon in cowboy boots in first look at new film

Tom Cruise is back on the big screen - and he's unrecognisable. The Mission: Impossible star will play Digger Rockwell, the most powerful man in the world, who is tasked with saving humanity from a disaster he caused in his upcoming project. Today's top videos In the new movie, called Digger, Tom adopts a Southern-cowboy billionaire persona, complete with boots, a hat, and a thick accent. Tom Cruise in 'Digger'. Pic: Warner Bros. Pictures The film marks a major shift for Tom, who steps away from the action‑hero roles that have defined his recent career. Behind it is Oscar-winning director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, who created The Revenant and Birdman. The supporting cast is equally strong. Sandra Hüller, Jesse Plemons, Riz Ahmed, Emma D’Arcy, Sophie Wilde and John Goodman as the President of the United States round out the ensemble. Tom Cruise in 'Digger'. Pic: Warner Bros. Pictures Digger is shaping up to be a bold mix of a dark comedy and political satire, which we're very intrigued to see on the big screen. Luckily, there isn't too long to wait as the widely anticipated flick will hit Irish screens on 2 October 2026. While we're still waiting for a full Digger trailer, a teaser has left fans dying for more of this chaotic, messy cowboy that we had never imagined for Tom. Tom Cruise in 'Digger'. Pic: Warner Bros. Pictures The first look at Digger comes at the end of a three-minute video containing clips from some of Tom's biggest movie roles throughout the years. Sharing the teaser, Tom said: 'For the last 46 years, it has been my privilege to work alongside countless talented artists and crews to create these characters, stories, and films for you all. 'I'm looking forward to seeing you at the movies!' Watch it below: You Might Also Like Nicole Kidman reveals she's preparing for an unusual career change that may surprise you Nicole Kidman reveals she's preparing for an unusual career change that may surprise you