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Tom Cruise’s Long-Discussed Space Film Reportedly Stalls Over Politics and Logistics

New reporting cites Cruise’s refusal to seek Trump’s help for NASA coordination.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets, citing a Page Six report, say the in-space project is stalled or effectively scrapped, with no official confirmation from the principals.
  • An unnamed source told Page Six that Cruise did not want to ask President Trump for a favor to obtain the NASA coordination the production would require.
  • Former NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine previously tweeted support for an ISS shoot, but the tweet was deleted after his departure and space insiders say internal discussions did not continue.
  • Coverage also highlights practical hurdles including insurance, costs and scheduling, with Page Six mentioning a disputed rumor that director Doug Liman failed a launch physical.
  • SpaceX has not commented on involvement, FAA approvals would govern launches, and representatives for Cruise and NASA declined to comment.