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‘Days of Thunder’ Star Randy Quaid Says Anne Hathaway Is ‘Woke’ and a ‘Horrible Choice’ for the Sequel: ‘You Need the Original Girl’

Tom Cruise’s upcoming “Days of Thunder” sequel faces controversy over casting choices.

By · Published September 5, 2026  01:16 UTC · Updated September 5, 2026  10:36 UTC

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Tom Cruise announced a follow-up film to Days of Thunder starring Anne Hathaway, marking their first time working together. Randy Quaid criticized the casting choice, calling Hathaway a horrible choice and stating that the sequel needs sex appeal and the original girl.

Following these announcements and criticisms, the story quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 44d ago, after coverage quieted.

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  • Primary Driver: Tom Cruise’s upcoming “Days of Thunder” sequel faces controversy over casting choices.
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The film is set for release in 2028. Cruise also paid tribute to NASCAR driver Kyle Busch during a Daytona appearance. Randy Quaid, who starred in the original “Days of Thunder,” criticized the casting of Anne Hathaway. Quaid described Hathaway as a “horrible choice” and “not sexy” due to her pregnancy.

He also labeled her “woke” and argued that the sequel should feature the original cast member, Nicole Kidman. Quaid’s comments were widely covered by outlets including Yahoo, Fox News, and The Hollywood Reporter. The Independent and Yahoo noted that Quaid’s remarks were part of a broader critique of the film industry’s casting decisions. Quaid urged Cruise to reconsider the casting, suggesting that Hathaway’s involvement would detract from the film’s appeal.

Quaid’s comments were met with criticism from some fans and industry figures, who defended Hathaway’s casting. The sequel’s release date is confirmed for 2028. Quaid’s criticism has sparked debate among fans and industry professionals. Cruise has not publicly responded to Quaid’s comments.

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Who is starring in the “Days of Thunder” sequel?

Tom Cruise, Anne Hathaway, and Mark Ruffalo.

When is the “Days of Thunder” sequel set to release?

2028.

What did Randy Quaid say about Anne Hathaway’s casting?

Quaid described Hathaway as a “horrible choice” and “not sexy” due to her pregnancy. He also labeled her “woke” and argued that the sequel should feature the original cast member, Nicole Kidman.

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