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‘Digger’ director weighs in on scathing reviews of Tom Cruise film after disastrous opening weekend

Tom Cruise’s “Digger” opens to a disastrous box‑office debut and a wave of scathing critiques, igniting a swift industry debate.

By · Published October 6, 2026  21:50 UTC · Updated October 6, 2026  22:24 UTC

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Iñárritu’s dramedy “Digger” starring Tom Cruise sparked immediate attention as its opening weekend was labeled disastrous. Early reports noted that the film struggled to attract audiences, with a documentary about Melania Trump reportedly surpassing it at the box office. The swift negative reaction set the tone for the day’s coverage.

Critics quickly described the satire as pretentious and a total box‑office bomb, while the film’s own director responded to the scathing reviews in an interview. John Goodman, who appears alongside Cruise, opened up about their collaboration, noting the farcical approach intended to question who controls legacy. Outlets such as The Mirror US highlighted the humiliation felt by the star, and Elements of Madness emphasized the movie’s thematic ambition despite its commercial struggles.

Current coverage reflects a consensus that the film’s box‑office performance and critical reception are at odds with its artistic intent, leaving its future prospects uncertain as audiences gravitate toward competing releases.

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Questions people are asking

What genre and theme does “Digger” pursue?

It is described as a dramedy that uses farce to challenge the notion of who controls legacy.

How did “Digger” perform at the box office on opening weekend?

The opening weekend was called disastrous, and a Melania Trump documentary reportedly outperformed it at the box office.

What have the director and cast said about the film’s reception?

The director weighed in on scathing reviews, and John Goodman discussed working with Cruise, highlighting the film’s farcical approach.

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