Tropic Thunder has long been a topic of heated debate since its release, particularly due to its portrayal of racial themes. Robert Downey Jr. recently shared his perspectives on the film's ...

"It's crazy how good at movies Tom Cruise is." Another fan posted: "Tom Cruise's performance in Tropic Thunder (2008) is pure comedy gold. "All aspects of Les Grossman were developed by Cruise ...

and starred in Tropic Thunder, said Cruise’s input was a game-changer. He credited Cruise for making Les Grossman such an important and unforgettable part of the movie.

During an appearance on the New Heights Podcast, Ben Stiller discussed how Tom Cruise helped shaping Tropic Thunder.