Key Takeaways:
– Tom Cruise may star in an upcoming remake of Clint Eastwood‘s ‘The Gauntlet’ alongside Scarlett Johansson.
– The movie will reportedly be helmed by ‘Mission: Impossible’ director, Christopher McQuarrie.
– This project could showcase a new side of Cruise that audiences have not seen before.
– If confirmed, this marks a dream come true for Johansson, who has expressed a desire to work with Cruise.
– A formal confirmation by Warner Bros is eagerly awaited by the fans.
A Buzzing Rumor
In the recent buzz of Hollywood, action star Tom Cruise is rumored to star alongside Scarlett Johansson in a remake of Clint Eastwood’s 1977 thriller, ‘The Gauntlet,’ directed by none other than Christopher McQuarrie. These rumors emerged from a tweet posted by the industry insider, @MyTimeToShineH, sparking keen anticipation amongst fans around the world.
Meet the New Cruise?
Christopher McQuarrie, well-known for directing the Mission: Impossible franchise, previously hinted at a more intense, R-rated film being in the pipeline. Fans, thrilled by McQuarrie’s sneak-peek, started calling this rumored project ‘The Gnarly Movie.’ As context clues suggest, this film may well be the aforementioned remake venture.
In previous conversations with Empire, McQuarrie expressed his plans of making a film that pushes the boundaries of traditional violence and gruesomeness on screen. This, he shared, could enable a shift in the tone and vision of the franchise to resonate with the impact of R-rated franchises like Deadpool and Joker.
Intriguingly, McQuarrie also teased that this project would portray Tom Cruise in a “very un-Tom character,” leading fans to anticipate a unique role that may alter his action-star image. However, the odds of this much-anticipated project seeing the light of day anytime soon remain uncertain, owing to Cruise’s schedule for his upcoming ‘Mission: Impossible’ sequel due for release in 2025.
A Dream Collaboration
Adding to the excitement, this project may potentially pair Cruise with Marvel icon, Scarlett Johansson. If this materializes, it would fulfill Johansson’s long-term aspiration of working with Cruise, a sentiment expressed in past interviews.
Mirroring Johansson’s sentiment, Cruise himself has been vocal about his admiration for the actress. In discussion with ET Online, he expressed his eager interest in collaborating with Johansson, citing her talent and versatility.
However, the final word on the project lies with Warner Bros. As fans eagerly await an official announcement, they are hoping to see Cruise, primarily known for his high-octane stunts and dynamic physicality, explore fresh territories in his acting prowess.
Conclusion: More to Cruise
The potential remake of ‘The Gauntlet’ presents an exciting turn for Cruise. It has the potential to intensify his acting canvas and offer a fresh take on his usual roles, whilst preserving his status as one of the most sought-after actors in Hollywood. A promising prospect indeed, fans can only wait for a confirmation to let their excitement fly.
Until then, Clint Eastwood’s ‘The Gauntlet’ continues to entertain on Prime Video, perhaps as a preview of what could be coming from Cruise and Johansson soon.
