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Their work ethic is unmatched, while the duo’s longevity is also something to behold. All these years later, Tom Cruise and Keanu Reeves continue to be monsters at the box office, with their films generating millions, or at times, in the case of Cruise and Top Gun: Maverick, over $1 billion.
The two actors share lots of similarities and in the following, we’re going to take a closer look at their careers, and how Keanu has taken inspiration from Cruise.
We’ll reveal what part of Cruise’s career Keanu admires most, while taking a closer look at how Keanu feels about potentially working alongside Tom. Keanu is open to it, though it has to be in a specific role, as we’re going to reveal in his interview with Extra TV.
Finally, we’ll conclude by taking a look at what Keanu thinks is the biggest reason for he and Tom Cruise’s success in the business after all these years.
Keanu Reeves Admires Tom Cruise And His Dangerous Stunt Work
Usually, we hear all about other actors and their experiences alongside Keanu Reeves, and how great it was. However, in this instance, the humble Keanu took the time to discuss Tom Cruise, and how remarkable the actor’s career has been. Keanu compared Tom’s career to his own, especially in terms of the dangers involved in Cruise’s stunts.
“What Tom Cruise does is extraordinary and special and something that… Again, another legend in another universe. I’m more like on the ground playing in the mud and he’s like flying and jumping and outside of buildings and helicopters, fighter jets.”
Keanu called Tom’s talents ‘extraordinary’.
“So what he’s doing in terms of the events that he’s participating in, I think is extraordinary. And his passion for it, his skill, his talent just shines.”
Fans would love to see the two mega stars unite for a project. While promoting John Wick: Chapter 4, Keanu took the time to discuss the possibility. Keanu was once again full of praise, but he did have an objection towards working alongside Tom…
Keanu Reeves Would Rather Appear In A Film With Tom Cruise As A Duo Instead Of Adversaries
“I don’t know if he’s an inspiration, he’s just amazing,” Keanu Reeves said on the red carpet alongside Extra TV.
Keanu was later asked about working alongside Cruise, to which the actor revealed he wouldn’t want to work against him, but with him. “I don’t know, maybe we can be side by side with a common goal,” Keanu said with a smile on his face.
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As expected, the moment created lots of buzz with the fans, who were also completely into the idea of the two working together, as expected.
One fan writes below on the YouTube comments, “The fact that him and Tom Cruise are like the same age- got big in the 90s- known for their action even in their late 50s, but have never been in a movie together is a crime.”
Another fan comments, “Tom and Keanu have to be the two last Hollywood Action stars. John Wick and Mission Impossible both franchises just keep getting better and better. I would love to see both in an action film together.”
Clearly, the fans would love to see the stars team up in some capacity. However, given their busy schedules and how in-demand both are, it would truly take something special to finally see them together.
Keanu Reeves Revealed His Common Trait With Tom Cruise Is Their Love For Making Films
We have yet to hear from Tom Cruise and his thoughts on Keanu Reeves. However, there is no doubt his feeling for the actor are mutual. We’ve never heard of another actor speaking ill of Keanu and his abilities.
The humble Keanu further discussed his similarities to Tom Cruise. As Keanu pointed out, their mutual longevity and success all stems from how much they love film and what they are doing.
“I think we’re just the beneficiaries of his excellence, you know? And he’s inspiring. And I think one thing I could say is that I share, as you spoke about, the passion for movies. We’re lucky to be there and we’re just trying to have fun and hope people like what we did.”
Keanu’s passion has shined through and brought his career to the next level. However, despite the fame and success, Keanu was told that his own name might be detrimental towards his success…
“They were like, Keanu, it’s too ethnic,” he said with The Star. “But then I had auditions and they’d be like, ‘K.C.,’ and I wouldn’t even look up. So, I went back to my agent and was like, ‘I can’t change my name.’”
Thankfully, Keanu kept things the same and the rest is history.
