Actor Jesse Plemons has offered fans a glimpse into the upcoming film Digger, featuring Tom Cruise in a pivotal role. Directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu, this comedy is set to be released in United States theaters on October 2, 2026, by Warner Bros. Pictures.
While the plot details of Digger remain largely unknown, a brief teaser released last month features a scene with a character, presumably Cruise’s Digger Rockwell, dancing with a shovel. The film’s synopsis describes it as “a comedy of catastrophic proportions,” hinting at a unique blend of humor and chaos.
Plemons Discusses the Film’s Tone
In an interview with Variety, Plemons did not divulge specific story elements but shared insights about the film’s tone. He described it as “one of the strangest, funniest, most tragic scripts I’ve read.” He likened it to a modern-day version of Dr. Strangelove, the iconic 1964 political satire directed by Stanley Kubrick, which humorously critiques Cold War politics.
Plemons emphasized the thrill of watching Cruise showcase his acting talents in a non-action context, stating, “Getting to see Tom just go for it — not in a death-defying action way but fully showing what an incredible actor he is — that was thrilling.” This suggests that Digger will allow Cruise to explore a different facet of his performance abilities.
A Star-Studded Cast and Creative Team
Alongside Cruise and Plemons, Digger features a talented ensemble cast, including Sandra Hüller, John Goodman, Riz Ahmed, Michael Stuhlbarg, Sophie Wilde, and Emma D’Arcy. The screenplay is crafted by Iñárritu in collaboration with Alexander Dinelaris, Nicolas Giacobone, and Sabrina Berman. This marks Iñárritu’s first film since Bardo, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths, released in 2022.
As anticipation builds for Digger, audiences are eager to see how this unique comedy unfolds and what unexpected elements it may bring to the genre. With a release date set for October 2, 2026, fans are likely to keep a close eye on the film’s promotional activities in the coming months.
