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Tom Cruise’s Popcorn Antics Go Viral Ahead of New Mission: Impossible Release

The actor's enthusiastic popcorn-eating at screenings has become an unexpected promotional highlight as 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' hits theaters May 23.

US actor Tom Cruise arrives for the US premiere of "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" at the Lincoln Center Fountain Plaza in New York on May 18, 2025.
Tom Cruise poses as he attends the premiere of the film Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning at the Auditorio Nacional, in Mexico City, Mexico May 20, 2025. REUTERS/Henry Romero
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Overview

  • A video of Tom Cruise frantically eating popcorn at a London screening on May 11 has captivated social media, sparking widespread amusement.
  • Cruise confirmed his popcorn enthusiasm during a May 21 appearance on The Pat McAfee Show, stating, 'Man, I’m eating popcorn.'
  • The actor's playful interactions with fans, including teasing a moviegoer for finishing their popcorn early, have further endeared him to audiences.
  • Cruise revealed he typically consumes two large buckets of popcorn during a movie, adding to his well-documented love for the snack.
  • The viral moments have amplified excitement for 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning,' which premieres in theaters on May 23.