Impossible movie if Tom Cruise isn't risking his life for a stunt that will only be on-screen for a short time.

Tom Cruise (born July 3, 1962) is an American actor, producer and one of the highest-paid stars in Hollywood. His films, such as the popular "Mission: Impossible," "Top Gun" and Jack Reacher ...

For director Christopher McQuarrie, there was a special challenge in making the events both legible on screen and totally chaotic (while also making sure that Tom Cruise was always safe).