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Tom Cruise: Lights, Camera, Action
Tom Cruise: Lights, Camera, Action

Tom Cruise: Lights, Camera, Action

The life of Tom Cruise is told here following his incredible career, including tons of interviews with the man himself.

Genres

Documentary

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Having just turned 60, Tom Cruise is still one of the leading names in Hollywood. A prolific actor with a career spanning over 40 years, he is continually building a giant legacy within the film industry. His ability seems to know no limits.

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Budget

$100000

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

51 mins

Rating

6/10

Release Date

14 February 2022

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise

Self

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