In recognition of his remarkable contribution to global cinema, Hollywood actor Tom Cruise will be honoured with the British Film Institute (BFI) Fellowship in London on May 12.
The BFI Fellowship is the highest honour from the British Film Institute.
The 62-year-old actor will be presented with the accolade at the BFI Chair’s Dinner in London. It will be hosted by BFI Chair Jay Hunt.
According to BFI’s official website, the Fellowship recognises Cruise’s achievements as an extraordinary, versatile actor whose career has spanned everything from critically acclaimed dramas and romances to dark thrillers and high-octane action films.
Cruise, known for his work in projects like the “Mission Impossible” franchise and “Top Gun”, will be felicitated with the award which is presented to the individuals in recognition of their outstanding contribution to film or television culture.
The BFI has also taken into consideration the huge contribution by the actor to the UK film industry as he chose to shoot numerous films, including many Mission: Impossible films, on location in London, Birmingham, North Yorkshire, the Lake District, the Peak District, and more.
“I am truly honoured by this acknowledgement. I’ve been making films in the UK for over 40 years and have no plans to stop. The UK is home to incredibly talented professionals — actors, directors, writers, and crews, as well as some of the most stunning locations in the world. I’m grateful for all the BFI has done to support UK filmmaking and this incredible art form we share,” said Tom Cruise.
BFI Chair, Jay Hunt added, “We are thrilled to be honouring Tom Cruise with a BFI Fellowship. Tom has brought so much to the UK as a producer by choosing to make many of his films on our shores, where he is welcomed by our crews who step up to help make his cinematic visions a reality. In doing so, he also supports our studios and puts our locations on a world stage, in the process creating jobs and inspiring the next generation of film talent.”
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The eighth installment in the Mission: Impossible film series will also star Hayley Atwell, Ving Rhames, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby, Esai Morales, Pom Klementieff, Henry Czerny, Angela Bassett, and Rolf Saxon in prominent roles.
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is scheduled to release on May 23, 2025 in English, Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
