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Tom Cruise takes the helm with Risky Business but Paul Brickman is forced to change the ending.

Tom Cruise enters the danger zone as Tony Scott pushes the limits to achieve his sun-kissed vision.

While continuing in the shadow of Dustin Hoffman's performance in Rain Man, Tom receives his first Oscar nod for breaking out of his mold in Born on the Fourth of July.

Tom Cruise's next two films help those around him in launching their careers and brings him closer to winning the Oscars.

Tom Cruise tests his limits, becoming a producer and taking on even riskier stunts.

Tom pushes everyone to the limit, delivering a fitting sequel to Top Gun 30 years later. After Tony Scott's untimely death, Tom takes the lead in finding a story that speaks to him.