Intentionally Crashing a Plane

You might assume that after years of jaw-dropping stunts, Tom Cruise would hand over the reins to a stunt double. But that’s not Cruise’s style—he’s all about pushing the limits. Case in point: his commitment to the 2017 film American Made, where he took on the challenge of learning to crash a plane.

With a fearless determination, Cruise didn’t just dip his toes in—he dove headfirst into the task, training on four different planes to master the art of crashing “properly.” And when it came time to capture the heart-stopping crash sequence on screen, it was Cruise himself in the pilot’s seat, showcasing his relentless pursuit of authenticity and his unyielding dedication to delivering unparalleled realism in filmmaking.