What award did Tom Cruise receive?

Tom Cruise received an honorary Oscar at the 2025 Governors Awards.

How did Tom Cruise describe the power of cinema?

Cruise said that in a theater, people "laugh together, we feel together, we hope together, and that is the power of this art form."

What did Tom Cruise say he will do to support the film industry?

Cruise pledged to "do everything I can for this art form, to support and champion new voices, to protect what makes cinema powerful."

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Tom Cruise Wins First Oscar, Reflects on Lifelong Love of Cinema

17 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Tom Cruise wins first Oscar at age 63
Cruise gives emotional speech about the power of cinema
Cruise says he will continue supporting new voices in filmmaking

Tom Cruise Wins First Oscar, Reflects on Lifelong Love of Cinema

In a significant milestone for his illustrious career, acclaimed actor Tom Cruise was awarded an honorary Oscar on November 17, 2025, at the Governors Awards. The Mission Impossible star, who is now 63 years old, accepted the prestigious accolade with a heartfelt speech that paid tribute to his enduring love for the art of filmmaking.

Cruise's Oscar was presented by Mexican filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu, who is currently directing the actor in an upcoming project set for release next October. This marks Cruise's first Oscar win, although he had been previously nominated four times, including for his performances in Born on the Fourth of July and Jerry Maguire.