Icons Unearthed: Tom Cruise

The Newcomer

Tom Cruise takes the helm with Risky Business but Paul Brickman is forced to change the ending.

The Star

Tom Cruise enters the danger zone as Tony Scott pushes the limits to achieve his sun-kissed vision.

The Serious Actor

While continuing in the shadow of Dustin Hoffman's performance in Rain Man, Tom receives his first Oscar nod for breaking out of his mold in Born on the Fourth of July.

The Mentor

Tom Cruise's next two films help those around him in launching their careers and brings him closer to winning the Oscars.

The Stuntman

Tom Cruise pushes his limitations by becoming a producer and doing more crazier stunts. However, his personal life threatens to derail his profession.

The Producer