Amid Hollywood’s glitz and glam, two iconic figures, Harrison Ford and Tom Cruise, share more than just their reputation and global status. Known for their leading roles in blockbuster films and franchises, the actors’ shared passion for aviation binds them together. Also popularly known for doing their stunts all by themselves, the duo share a similar mindset.
However, the 80-year-old Indian Jones star, Harrison Ford cannot get over Tom Cruise’s penchant for proving his Twitter bio “running in movies since 1981”. Despite having an age gap of two decades, Ford appears to envy, Cruise’s god-level stamina.
Tom Cruise And Harrison Ford’s Shared Interest In Flying
The two Hollywood titans, Harrison Ford and Tom Cruise have made headlines for their appearances in big-budget franchises and standalone movies. But apart from dominating the silver screen and sharing status as tinseltown stars, Ford and Cruise share their passion for aviation.
In an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Harrison Ford revealed his connection with Tom Cruise. While discussing his roles as Indiana Jones and Han Solo, Ford recalled engaging in a conversation with Cruise where they discussed their mutual fascination with flying.
“I like Tom. We talk about flying” Harrison Ford claimed.
Discussing the shared similarities between the duo, Ford recalled how they have known each other for their well-publicized interests in aviation. Further with audiences being well aware of the two actors performing their stunts all by themselves, Ford seemed to commend Cruise for his fearless dedication towards acting.
Harrison Ford Discusses His Disparities With Tom Cruise
After discussing their shared passion for aviation, the 80-year-old actor claimed how he appreciates Tom Cruise for his commendable and death-defying stunts, in movies. “He’s far deeper into physical acting than I ever was” Harrison Ford stated. Irrespective of their age gap, which impacts their acting skills, Ford somehow appeared envious of Cruise’s god-level stamina at 60.
Referring to Tom Cruise‘s passion for performing increasingly wild stunts all by himself, Ford seemed very much willing to be able to do things like the Top Gun actor. Often known for proving his Twitter bio “running in movies since 1981”, the 60-year-old’s penchant for action appears to have triggered Harrison Ford.
“I don’t mind running, jumping, falling down, rolling around on the floor with sweaty guys…Tom takes it to a whole new level that’s pretty amazing.” Harrison Ford mentioned.
Reportedly masking his jealousy as appreciation for Cruise, the 80-year-old star began discussing his achievements as an actor. Claiming to “feel most useful” while being on the set of a movie, Ford mentioned feeling “comfortable wrestling with how to make behavior out of words on a page and tell a story,”. Diverting from Tom Cruise, the actor added, “I’m still excited about the prospect of telling a story.”
Irrespective of pushing his boundaries, doing his stunts at 80, and wishing to achieve Tom Cruise’s zeal, Harrison Ford eventually confessed how he accepted his age. Claiming to “like playing an old guy” Ford further carried out the interview, by discussing his movies and his time in Hollywood.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
