Overview

• Tom Cruise pretended to crash a helicopter with Glen Powell onboard, terrifying his co-star.
• Cruise created a private six-hour film school movie, exclusively shown to his friends, including Powell.
• Powell almost turned down his role in 'Top Gun: Maverick' but was persuaded by Cruise.
• The pandemic delay of 'Top Gun: Maverick' nearly caused financial ruin for Powell.
• Powell credits Cruise's mentorship for significant career advice and support.