Online speculation swirled this week regarding whether Tom Cruise’s upcoming film “Digger” contains musical elements, but production insiders have dismissed the theory. According to sources close to the project who spoke with industry publications, the film is not a musical despite widespread fan theories suggesting otherwise. Those familiar with the production found the internet sleuthing entertaining, even as they confirmed the speculation was unfounded.
The rumor originated following the release of the film’s final trailer, which contained visual elements that fueled viewers’ suspicions. Certain scenes appeared to show Cruise, heavily disguised with makeup and prosthetics, standing on a rotating platform typically associated with theatrical productions. Additionally, background actors in some shots seemed to have their mouths open as if singing. These details circulated rapidly across social media platforms, with users developing an elaborate theory about a hidden musical production.
Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, “Digger” features an ensemble cast including Riz Ahmed, John Goodman, Sandra Hüller, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Jesse Plemons. The film is scheduled for release on October 2. Cruise previously explained his initial attraction to the project, noting that Iñárritu read the script aloud during their meetings, allowing him to absorb the creative vision and explore the story’s rhythm and world in detail.
Originally reported by Variety →
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