Is Tom Cruise irrelevant?

@MrBillUp

Жыл бұрын

Really, who cares. What Mickey said about the war in Ukraine is relevant.

@lj5190

Жыл бұрын

$1 Billion plus dollars sounds like a resounding "No" to me.

@botaylor3695

Жыл бұрын

What's fascinating to me is that Rourke once upon a time did work alongside De Niro and more than held his own as an actor. Rourke, unlike Cruise, actually had the talent (not just the looks) to become a legend like De Niro and Pacino and squandered it. Cruise, while capable of solid performances with the right material, never quite seemed to have the talent to become such a legendary actor, even though he was capable of reaching super stardom by playing to his strengths well. When we compare the current careers of Cruise and Rourke, it's obvious that Rourke's last good effort was "The Wrestler" 14 years ago and "Sin City" 17 years ago (and that came after a long string of absolute duds), whereas Cruise in the same timespan had almost nothing but universally acclaimed movies or megahits with at least 2 more coming up. Not to mention life choices and how healthy each of them seems, considering their age. Like it or not, that's the truth. And Rourke has nobody but himself to blame for how things turned out. So, ironically, this whole interview in which Rourke, among other things, calls Cruise irrelevant, comes off as nothing but a desperate attempt from Rourke himself to somehow be relevant.

@blairmcauley2497

Жыл бұрын

Fuck no he’s not irrelevant he’s one the biggest movie stars in the world top gun maverick grossed over 1 billion dollars

@guy.l8147

Жыл бұрын

Tom cruise is the poster child product of American cheese action movies and his power in film is on par with Ronaldo on the pitch!!!

I met Mickey in a cafe in Beverly Hills. I'm a nobody but I wanted to meet him and as I approached, he stood up from his chair looked me in the eye and shook my hand. Had a brief exchange with him, told him I loved his work and he could not have been more gracious or gentlemanly. I made a point not to hang around because he was already generous with his time. Pure class. Great memory. Great guy.

@kevinwhelan9607

8 ай бұрын

You're a great guy, too. Thanks.

@peterbischoff8924

8 ай бұрын

Well.. gentleman's. .

@exclamationpointman3852

8 ай бұрын

Very good

@cerealkiillar

8 ай бұрын

How lucky to be able to meet him!

@benhartart9487

8 ай бұрын

I’d rather be a “nobody” than too be Mickey

It's such a contrast to hear Pierce try and make the interview so light and fluffy and Mickey being so real, so honest, so human... So everything we have lost in society... But he is still hanging on.

@michaszeremeta4745

8 ай бұрын

society fuck individual...

@agrainofsalt4889

8 ай бұрын

Very good Observation. Thank you 🙏

@aidgab1196

7 ай бұрын

Yes,Hang on There Mike Rouke. Don't Give your Fight & Struggle to be a better Person ❤🎉.

@uamiable

3 ай бұрын

❤

@p.e.p2368

3 ай бұрын

Piers is a professional. He HAD to keep things light. He's dealing with someone completely unstable. And look... Mickey started throwing shit around regardless. End of interview!!!

Man this hits me hard…I was in a mental and physical abusive household with my father and I lived with that abuse for 13 years!! It’s been hard and has impacted my life and cost me several serious relationships and it’s hard to get rid of that pain!

@GamingHelp

7 ай бұрын

Ugh, long term stuff like that sucks because it changes you as a person. On the bright side, at least you know what that kind of thing does to others now so you can break that cycle. I hope the future brings better things for you.

@gdfggggg

7 ай бұрын

Don’t be a slave to things that aren’t your fault (or maybe there is some fault).

@chateaupig826

7 ай бұрын

​@gdfggggg wtf kind of stayement is that

@leonardothefabulous3490

7 ай бұрын

I'm sorry Chris. My situation wasn't as bad as yours but I too know about (maternal) physical, emotion and psychological abuse (as well as se&ual) and I too have trouble maintaining relationships. Well, the truth is, I have screwed up EVERY aspect (except my art) of my life that involves other humans. I don't have to tell you, what adults do to children stamp us for life. I have zero tolerance for abusive parent/people. BEST to you. PS, The Pope of Greenwich Village is a film that has a special place in the the hearts of my three brothers and I (even though two of the no longer talk to me).

@Gaybraham.Lincoln

3 ай бұрын

Get yourself in the gym. Take it out on the weights or a bag. The good thing is it works and a side effect is you look great

Rourke is a legend. Holding the line. We love ya, brother.

This guy has a lot of heart and is carrying so much pain inside. God bless him. ❤️✝️🙏

12:00 for context: Mickey had a brother who died after a long illness (cancer I believe) He told the story on “inside the actor’s studio” …he was at his brother’s side every day as he was dying. One day the hospice nurse who was attending to his brother told Mickey, “he’s only alive now because of you, he needs your permission to go, he needs you to tell him it’s ok…”. Mickey did, and his brother passed away hours later. More context: Some of Mickey’s deepest and strongest relationships on this planet have been with his dogs… Knowing this, when he started talking about the old Ukrainian man and his kitten, I knew he was going to lose it. He’s a good guy who has been in pain for a long time. I wish him nothing but happiness.

@bigboomer3138

Жыл бұрын

Mickeys a great guy period who cares about fucking Tom Cruise

@zeeleo6115

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the insight. I watched his career begin when I was a kid and have always respected his acting skills and was bummed when his career fell apart. I wish him the best and he is 1 of the great old actors.

@stellarhyme3

Жыл бұрын

If you say someone else is irrelevant you’re not a good guy. Hollywood knows this about Rourke and that’s why he can’t find work. You don’t burn bridges & your upbringing no matter how bad is no excuse for how you conduct yourself today. Like he states, you have a choice & he made some bad ones.

@zeeleo6115

Жыл бұрын

@@stellarhyme3Everybody makes mistakes. Putting Toms character above Anyone is Not a good idea when his best friend and was also toms best man in 3 of toms marriages and the head of the church of scientology, is currently wanted and hiding from the F.B.I. Tom may be a talented actor but not a man of good character.

@cherishtheday2223

Жыл бұрын

Damn now I’m crying

This is one of the most brutally honest, forthright and candid interviews i have ever watched with any actor...or anyone for that matter. I had a newfound respect for Mickey Rourke. What an extraordinary journey.

My Heart goes for Mikey Roukr.He is tnder kindhearted despite the Hardship he Encountered in his rarlier Years & the Physical Abuse as Child . He opened his Heart

I feel for him. He’s obviously in a certain headspace and has gone through some stuff. He’s vulnerable and open so I respect him and his journey. I wish him the best.

@FLAVCO

Жыл бұрын

Mickey will survive. He’s strong as a lion! Been through hell backwards and come out bolder!

@deathlarsen7502

10 ай бұрын

get a life

@paulhornsey-pennell1931

8 ай бұрын

nice sentiment 🙏

@mitchellsmith1593

8 ай бұрын

Hasn't let his past go...

@paulhornsey-pennell1931

8 ай бұрын

@@mitchellsmith1593 sometimes, if your past is that terrible, it stays imprinted.

The end of that interview was so powerful. I wish he would have let Micky continue talking. He really has heart.

@SwisstedChef2018

8 ай бұрын

Piers Morgan does not , trust me

@deniss4214

3 ай бұрын

Piers is not the one making the decision when the interview finishes..

Mickey, my love for you is unconditional, such a sensitive and beautiful soul. I hug you warmly.

One of a few people in Hollywood who still speaks his mind. I respect it so much. I wish he wasn't cut off in the end. It wasn't right.

Mickey is a broken man and a hot mess but I cannot dislike him. He tugs at my heartstrings and I hope he finds happiness and serenity. He is also a huge talent.

@Booboonancy

Жыл бұрын

@MR MISTER Same here.

@deniskostic1502

Жыл бұрын

He is not that much broken. Heart can be broken. His soul is clean .

@rangerguy196

Жыл бұрын

I agree Nancy. You nailed it. It cant be said any better.

@aliasunknown7476

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely correct, God bless his soul.

@andybutler7398

Жыл бұрын

I don’t see a broken man. I see an authentic man who is honest with his feelings and wears his vulnerability in the open.. that takes strength. He has obviously gone through a lot but is willing to never stop learning about himself and becoming a better human.

Mickey is so brutally honest talks from his heart...he has survived many obstacles that most couldn't...he is 💪

@chaTzon

Жыл бұрын

Yes brutaly honest and very delusional.

@rosek8393

Жыл бұрын

@@chaTzon yes he can be...

@chaTzon

Жыл бұрын

@@rosek8393 but i like mickey so its ok when he is :)

@david-pb4bi

Жыл бұрын

He has done remarkably well for somebody who can’t act or think.

@rosek8393

Жыл бұрын

@@david-pb4bi awww...can never say that..don't forget David he's had many concussions..he's a survivor in my opinion..

Gotta love mickey. He’s so authentic in a world full of crap.

@jacquesjtheripper5922

7 ай бұрын

Yh exactly what a sad society we live in, and supposed leaders.

Met Mickey back in the 90's on S Beach... He used to own a club off of Washinton- The Spot. Great time to be in Miami. He was living large and just getting serious about his boxing career. His ring name was El Marielito. He still looked good- pre surgery... but his face was beginning to show signs of the beatings he was taking in the ring. He would party with my buddies often. No bullshit kind of guy... would say whatever was on his mind. He didn't play the hollywood game... and he ended up paying for it.

Should have won an Oscar for ‘The Wrestler’ 🙌🏼

@ssuncin

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely !

@johnlove5684

Жыл бұрын

@@ssuncin The gay lobby played its hand and gave it to Sean Penn for playing a gay character

@CaptainFantastik1

Жыл бұрын

Tom should've gotten one for Born on the 4th of July.

@wendaltvedt4673

Жыл бұрын

The oscars are irrelevant.

@justinhunt4767

Жыл бұрын

@@CaptainFantastik1 cried so much on that movie another underestimated movie is Valkyrie one of my favorites from Tom

This isn't even about Tom Cruise. It's about how fragile the human spirit is, that a man, who was abused in his childhood is still carrying the weight of all that pain and still trying to unravel his soul from all the confusion it caused. I actually feel a little ashamed that my first instinct was to find the first few minutes comical. I'm so glad I sat on my impulse to switch to something else to watch. He's obviously a sweet sensitive soul. I hope and pray he has good people around him who love him and care for him.

@Olivierhero

Жыл бұрын

word.

@George-hh2hs

Жыл бұрын

I know he hasn't said a thing about tom

@MistaKnifeguy

Жыл бұрын

Very well stated!

@flysky6248

Жыл бұрын

True

@davidwright873

Жыл бұрын

he's pathetic....We all have problems....We all don't wallow in it....His mind is addled....

i know this guy has walked his own path ... and it's clearly not been easy and he's showing the wounds .... but he could truly have been one of the all time great actors ... no one created the energy that he did on screen for me. i cannot help but admire him.

@onefoot7

7 ай бұрын

There's one guy who created good energy....Tom Cruise

@marilynking9283

5 ай бұрын

COULD HAVE BEEN ONE OF THE GREAT ACTORS !!!!!!! HE IS THE GREATEST ACTOR EVER AND FULL OF INTEGRITY, UNLIKE THE MAJORITY TODAY.

@paulhornsey-pennell1931

5 ай бұрын

@@marilynking9283 there are others who equal or better him, (in my view) ... Joaquin Phoenix is producing phenomenal performances who I think is equalled by Daniel Day-Lewis.

A diamond in the rough and an example of authenticity and truth. God be with this guy...all his days.

Mickey is one of our greatest actors who took some really serious roles in movies. He had a very difficult childhood that would have destroyed most people. I applaud him for being in therapy and for having the courage to self disclose in front of so many viewers. There is so much sadness inside of him. I hope he can release it. I hope that someday he will write an autobiograpy. It will educate us all. God bless you Mickey.

Tom Cruise is having one of the most successful and lengthy careers in the film business, and there's no end in sight. His reputation among his peers and fans is unmatched. Those are facts. Mickey Rourke has been a phenomenal actor. His performance in "The Wrestler" is one of the best in movie history. His reputation among his peers is extremely sketchy, he doesn't show up for events promoting his films, he's a nightmare on the set, and he's coked out of his mind. Those are facts too. Mickey Rourke calling Tom Cruise "irrelevant" is absurd. Irrelevant to what? Cause he sure is relevant to the fans and the box office!!

@eveoakley6270

Жыл бұрын

David Evans he did state Tom Cruise is irrelevant in HIS world, not anyone else’s. Personally, Tom Cruise movies do not appeal to me either so he’s irrelevant in my world too.

@casanovafrankenstein8538

Жыл бұрын

yeah, but Tom Cruise is a psycho scientologist

@Andypandieful

Жыл бұрын

Projection of his own being. Currently he is out. Wants in.

@brankobelfranin8815

Жыл бұрын

Both are irrelevant aside from a couple of good movies

@1183newman

Жыл бұрын

@@brankobelfranin8815 well rourke won an oscar. Cruise has the ability to win one but will never win one staring in MI movies.

What a terrible, terrible time and way to end this interview. Mickey has SO much compassion in his heart, including for the well-being of animals. ❤️ It’s what I love the most about him.

@deathlarsen7502

10 ай бұрын

he's a degenerate

I love Mickey Rourke. This man inspires me. I started going by "Mickey" a few years ago when I went through a very hard struggle. Mickey Rourke is a hero to me because he had a very hard life but he's still one of the most real people to me.

@robertomendez187

8 ай бұрын

Yes! 🙌🏽

@SW-kr9fl

5 ай бұрын

He’s a hero to me too. I hate how he’s just in trash movies again nowadays. He deserves to be up there with Pacino and De Niro. I guess his honest and confrontational attitude works against him.

Guys, he didn't call Tom Cruise irrelevant. He just said he was irrelevant to him and the style of acting he was interested in.

@naturalmagneticattractor6238

Жыл бұрын

Exactly

@leostawicki7283

Жыл бұрын

Cruise is irrelevant....all he does is sequels

@KingJT80

Жыл бұрын

@@leostawicki7283 tel that to the box office numbers...he sells hes very relevant i like mickey and hes a great talent but hes talking out of his ass here

@amoechan2455

Жыл бұрын

​@@leostawicki7283 Typecasted? Yes. But irrelevant? The haters wish he was. Sadly for them, he plays similar roles but "still" sells with his name alone. His formula is still working so I don't think he would be stopping any time soon, especially for an adrenaline junkie like him. Why would he stop when he earns millions while enjoying the job? Even you wouldn't. Dude will only stop when his knees genuinely start hurting. I'm not sure if he's still going to act. He will most likely focus more on producing in his old age, the way I see it.

@davidwright873

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for that ...Cause i was thinking he's irrelevant in my world also....I love his work but my life would be the same if he were never born...hence irrelevant....

This is a man that has been absolutely tormented in life. He speaks the truth. Probably, tipped a couple during this interview - his life, history weighs heavily upon him. I really admire him.

I absolutely love and respect him. He is extremely kind and tender-hearted and I see the agony in his life and his love for others. His sincerity about caring for the human race is written all over him. He is humble and generous of heart, despite the hardships he has encountered. One of the best actors I've ever seen. He is the kind of person who makes me want to hug him and tell him he deserves happiness. My heart breaks for him. His soul is warm and beautiful.

@guslopez7807

Жыл бұрын

You obviously very delusional

@emilydulgar4459

Жыл бұрын

@Gus Lopez Don't know you, and your opinion is irrelevant.

@g.m.5511

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you.

Mickey is right on...he speaks the truth, he has been in the business over 40 years and has seen it all.

I had not seen Mickey in a few years. This interview reminded me how genuine a person he is and when you have so much past pain within, you cannot help but cry when you empathize with the pain of others. That is Mickey. He does not need to apologise to anyone for being so honest. Mickey is the road well traveled, look at how emotional he is. That is strength, that is courage. It makes him stronger, it makes him inspirational. Mickey the pain in your life and the ability to reflect on things you have done in your life, God has your back and your front Mickey. It does exist Mickey. Man makes cell phones, God made everything. So much pretense in our world, to see some bare himself to the world is a revelation.

@navinblr12

Жыл бұрын

So well said. Brother

@jensillum

Жыл бұрын

I am not religious, but I'll say Amen to that, great respect to Mr. Rourke!

@solitarianihilista1454

8 ай бұрын

The devil made cell phones as far as I'm concerned. Infernal damn things.

@kevinwhelan9607

8 ай бұрын

God bless you for saying that. Respect!

@petercarrington948

8 ай бұрын

A strong man is a man who admits he has problems. Respect to Mickey.

Piers - "Mickey you are uncensored" Also Piers - "Mickey please don't say fuck"

@nataliezementbeisser1492

Жыл бұрын

Also Piers: "We have to end the interview"

@dancarter482

Жыл бұрын

"Fuck" is the worst word that you can say ... .M-kay!

@steretsjaaj2368

Жыл бұрын

Not 1st time piers is lam-o

@EmilyRose0

Жыл бұрын

Right I noticed that b4. PM is a massive grifter who pretends to be something else than other "journalists" but ultimately he just wants to make money, is a limited hangout gatekeeper guy. I do not even know why, because YT went full corporate TV but in reality you get only deranked if you curse in the first 30 seconds of the video or something like that, it's bad enough, but pathetic people like PM act like cursing is not allowed anymore.

@as-ep7ev

Жыл бұрын

@@EmilyRose0 these kind of assholes always get exposed when they talk with a genuine person like M. Rourke. He doesn't have any respect or interest for the person he is interviewing. He was just looking for a shocking statement.

Tells Mickey Rourke he is uncensored Immediately censors him 🙄

Mickey is authentic. Speaks from the heart and no fake fluff. Really enjoy his movies. A legend in my eyes.

Angel Heart was a brilliant movie. The “I know who I am” scene with Robert De Niro shows just how good Mickey Rourke was in that movie. Gives me chills whenever I watch that scene. Great soundtrack too!

@pennypendleton7345

Жыл бұрын

I will have to look that up

@andrewchapman2738

Жыл бұрын

Yeh but looks nothing like Harry Angel any more - yes great movie!

@steevidrums

Жыл бұрын

That film is rarely mentioned in "greatest films" lists, which baffles me, it's incredible! Robert De Niro's line, "... and yours belongs to me!" shook me to the core when I first saw it.

@Garrysullivanjones

Жыл бұрын

De niro was evil

@otisyoungblood

Жыл бұрын

I was telling someone the other day that was the 1st movie I seem in theaters went with my mom and stepdad I was 7 years old and I'll never ever forget that weird movie and seeing Lisa Bonet breast 😳

Whatever you may think about Tom Cruise personal life and choices you can't deny the man is last true movie star.

@AndehX

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, but let's face it. He's no Keanu Reeves, or Jim Carey.

@hedywolf6041

Жыл бұрын

That is your opinion. There are so many more interesting actors out there.

@pojo1010

Жыл бұрын

No doubt and the guy does unbelievable stunts

@hedywolf6041

Жыл бұрын

@@pojo1010 Mickey was a boxer.

@ChanceCard9

Жыл бұрын

Totally he is the classic movie star

I have never experienced, Piers ever letting any of his guests finish a sentence. Here, he did. Micky is a haunted man, followed by ghosts of his past and present, finding it hard to come to terms with anything, let alone his past. I feel for him and wish him piece ❤

@parkinlox9049

8 күн бұрын

Piers is a flat-out douche

Sir Mickey Rourke . . Is the real deal . . Love you sir . . Beyond words . . May god bless you with health , peace and success . . For you truly deserve it . . Regards from Mumbai , Maharashtra , Hindusthaan (India) . .

I met him years ago and he was such a kind and genuine person. He spoke to me even if he didn’t have to and seemed interested in my answers. He was very tall, fit and well dressed. Such a good looking man, he was married to Carré Otis and they looked great together. His face has changed quite a lot since then but he’s probably still a very kind and sensitive person.

@maryesteban5

Жыл бұрын

He wasn't tall, LOL He dressed differently, always did ever since he was a kid. Hes told a lot of lies. Carrie was smart for leaving, he was very abusive.

@consuelomonfardini3416

Жыл бұрын

@Tony He certainly looked taller than me (i'm 5ft6) when I met him in three different occasions.

@supermike1982

Жыл бұрын

Dude isn’t emotionally stable

@theshaolin4291

Жыл бұрын

@@maryesteban5 Any idea what happened to his face and voice? He looks like a completely different person now. Used to be super good looking in the 80s

@surfb4work1

Жыл бұрын

@@maryesteban5 you're fake

What a MAN ! … strength and compassion. A real human being.

Mickey Rourke is one of my favorite actors. You can't run from what's in your head. Rock on, Mickey!

I’ve adored Mickey Rourke since I was 16. An absolute acting legend. I’d love to read his biography.

Well he obviously is not aware of Tom's work because he has had numerous versatile performances - Collateral, Minority Report, Eyes Wide Shut, Magnolia. So lets not pretend he is an action hero in every movie for the last 20+ years.

@tada6672

Жыл бұрын

Sour grapes, from a man who continually made BAD CHOICE after bad choice!

@BishopWalters12

Жыл бұрын

I like Mickey but he comes off as bitter, Tom Cruise is a really good actor and has made some amazing movies.

@letmetellyoumyexperiencesi9775

Жыл бұрын

He’s a good and handsome actor, not great. 😌

@codegeek-il5fm

Жыл бұрын

Don't forget A Few Good Men, Rainman and iconic comedic role as Les Grossman in Topic THunder. Mickey Rourke was a good actor but he went downhill and not sure why he looks like this nowadays compared to his earlier days when he was a really handsome man. Drug/alcohol abuse ?

@guestuser1671

Жыл бұрын

All the coke has fried Mikey boy’s brain

Never ever could have imagined , early eighties, that this gorgeous talented young actor would face such a destiny . He is a fighter and a survivor 💪❤

@freeffree4133

Жыл бұрын

His face looks gross.

@ericseitzler81

Жыл бұрын

Are you blind???he didn't win that fight!

@sidneyb.971

Жыл бұрын

He chased his dream, so he won.

@930tomp

Жыл бұрын

A fighter and a survivor who fought and survived all the stuff he brought on himself.

@ericseitzler81

Жыл бұрын

I would have had rather lost then to come out of a fight looking like that

He is spot on about authority and choosing to get hard. I think if you have been through abuse, authority figures can trigger past trauma. If you were abused as a child by someone who had power over you, you make it your business to never let someone with power control you. They can bring up a fierce animosity.

I love Mickey Rourke. He's been through so much, and is so honest. Hoping that him sharing his story, he can help others like him.

Mickey, you made it. With all the sham and drudgery in this world you survived and made it through to the truth of yourself and our environment that we have to exist in. I have had this same journey. We are survivors of a corrupt society where our true nature has been attempted to be beaten down. We are much more than what this society churns us out to become. It’s up to each of each of us to find a way to the surface and stop selling out to status quo. Remember what peace there is in silence.

Morgan: "you are uncensored" Also Morgan: Watch your language! 😂😂😂😂

I had the chance to met Mickey while I was working as a food runner at a Restaurant at Miami, he was outside with his little dog, was a very courteous man, he shake my hand and give me a smile.. he is a very good human a nice guy. He just said he was irrelevant to him and the style of acting he was interested in

So nice to see a real actor be so genuine and not afraid to just be human and feel…God Bless you Mickey Rourke

@TheRbruin10

Жыл бұрын

Rourke is as real as Amber Heard. 😄

@shirksa1

Жыл бұрын

@@bellab4797 I find it hard to be an act when he talks about Ukraine and what he saw…

@v-town1980

Жыл бұрын

@@TheRbruin10 Amber who?

The man poured his heart and soul out live to the nation. ' Tom cruise is irrelevant'. Nice work piers.

@maverickcheston8874

Жыл бұрын

Yeah and right when Mickey was going to get into some topics that would override that headline, Piers shuts the interview down.

@anne1181

Жыл бұрын

Cruise is too emotionally limited to be a real actor. He just reads lines; he never expresses anything in a heartfelt way. And the eyes: Those dead eyes...

@TOMMYBHOY21

Жыл бұрын

@@anne1181 are you for real. You clearly don’t like him with a comment like that. The man is exceptional In everything he’s done. A few good men is A prime example

@SussedRage

Жыл бұрын

Pure trashy clickbait. Expected no less. Yet here we are!

@mahneekaha.nightmare5220

Жыл бұрын

@@anne1181 - Tom is a great actor but too much was played and expected based on how he looked and at times you can tell he is aware of that when shooting because that is why they cast him. So those 'dead eyes' are intentional and you see that more with actresses in my experience since it put more of them to be and look 'pretty' at all times, not much expression in the face and eyes. Johnny dep, Keanu Reeves, Brad Pitt, Leonard D all have moves with those same 'dead eyes' so they don't break character TO displaying actual HUMAN emotion, and many of these actors hated that. This has been one of the number one complaint of many actors throughout time - it's limiting to them, thus frustrating, just like 'cancel culture' is. This is why people like Patterson when into Indi films to develop his skill of what he came in to do, act and have a variety of ideas and opinions!

Amazing for Mickey to put his up bringing and feelings out on display. He is living life the best way he knows how with the life he's been dealt. Still getting through life. What a fighter!!!! Keep going Mick. This interview alone probably saved many lives of others that may be struggling to find a way. Peace Brother!

The one thing I can say about Tom Cruise Is that he's really a genuine nice guy. Met him in Rome for the MI impossibile première, he stayed and talked to us like a regular dude.

God bless you Mickey Rourke only people who have been through a life of abuse can relate with you, I really loved your movies, your a great actor.

Cruise has more range than generally perceived, as seen in Magnolia, Vanilla Sky, Collateral. But success always remained a more important part of his career than the artistic part. De Niro did it the other way around - did the artistic stuff for the first 40-50 years of his life. And when he got older and left his prime, he began having big commercial success by starring in idiotic comedy flicks. Same with Gary Oldman. Maybe Cruise should have done it the other way around when he reached 40, but instead he kept going with the Mission Impossibles and Jack Reachers.

@vigo894

Жыл бұрын

Tom Cruise abandoned his daughter for a crackpot cult . Ha.

@kh7688

Жыл бұрын

I completely agree with you that Cruise's range is often overlooked. You can add Tropic Thunder, Edge of Tomorrow, Rain Man, American Made and Born on the fourth of July to that list, as well. I have no problems with Cruise doing it this way round. Its often sad seeing De Niro undermine his near Immortal legacy, with crap like Dirty Granpa, The war with Grandpa, The adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle, Little Fockers etc. I'd like to see Tom Cruise take on mature and adult oriented dramas and thrillers now. As he enters his 7th decade, it would be great to see him take on films that push his acting limits, as opposed to his physical limits. He can still do blockbuster movies here and there. However he's in a unique position, where he's still a big draw and dependable. So a director like Scorsese, Scott, PTA, Villeneuve, Inarritu could attach him to a well constructed drama/thriller and get him that much deserved Oscar.

@reach2prasanna

Жыл бұрын

Point well made.

@BeanieOakley

Жыл бұрын

And that's why he made over $100 Million on TG Maverick.... is estimated to probably collect another $50 Million before the years end.... and is currently worth $650 Million! Just sayin'

@jaygio

Жыл бұрын

Not sure how old you are, but you've said a few things that are not accurate. Both Mickey and Tom come from 2 different places. This interview was not just about Tom Cruise but Piers brought it up that way to get him to say something silly. Mickey is also right in many ways about Tom Cruise, even though I enjoyed most of Toms movies throughout the years up until late 2000s. Then it was studio flicks and role reprisals for money and also probably bc there were no good scripts, which talent seems to be dying as less people get involved for creativity being stifled over money, and studios doing remakes or only making films for money (which they've always done, but creative people still came up with the projects). Also there's been a shift to streaming services which has played a role as well. As much as Mickey seems strange these days, he was an incredible actor truky dedicated to his craft and NEVER gave a fuck about money -- this is what separated him from most of Hollywood, and most of the kids in these comments that equate material wealth to things that actually matter. Money doesnt make you more of a man.... and you can't buy good character. Just look at the degeneracy with rappers and others who make money these days and have zero to offer the world. Mickey has always been about the art of acting rather than taking roles bc of studios. And again that's not to say Tom Cruise isn't dedicated bc he's gotten some of the best scripts and dedicated himself immensely. To correct you, saying DeNiro cared about the art for 50 years is incorrect. He's acted for 50+ years total, and after about 27/28 years was when he started doing comedies. Tom Cruise did the same, he made it after taking on serious roles like Deniro, except he did it about 10 years after.

Mickey is to me the most clear example of humility. A great person and I wish we find more people like him in the world! I met him in CA when I lived there. Hugs for you and your precious pets!

I've been a fan of Mickey's since The Pope of Greenwich Village days. He is not afraid to bare his soul. Definitely one of a kind.

It is important to see and hear a troubled soul that has survived. It is important to see a hardened soul feel. He is a good man.

@tonyuzi881

Жыл бұрын

Robert Downey rescued him ...

@HTHAMMACK1

Жыл бұрын

He's not a good man, and nothing in his history suggests that he is.

He was just being honest which he always has been and that's why he is polarizing. On the other hand, the way he tears up about the images he has seen from the war tells you he has a big heart and at his core is a good human being.

@jordancastillo2296

Жыл бұрын

Read he was horrible to work with.

@Letssavethecountry

Жыл бұрын

Dear lord

@pitchy3178

Жыл бұрын

agreed, I still like him coz of his honesty

@Talisman09

Жыл бұрын

idgaf if he subtley dissed Tom Cruise, I quite like both of them. I would actually pick Tom Cruise as the better actor due to his screen charisma. Mickey Rourke seems like a troubled man, he looks like he can barely contain his emotions most of the time. But the pained-soul thing doesn't automatically mean better artist

@Dave-gn4yt

Жыл бұрын

Um or he was i dunno..."acting"

You know he's held a lot of things in for a very long time, it's good to see him, he hasn't lost his spirit, that thing Hollywood and the world in general will take if you don't fight for it, I like Mickey.

Micky Rourke has an incredible soul despite all his very difficult past and the way his life turned out to be as a proud man with a humanistic opinion. He is struggling with life's existence and its meaning, has been disappointed by so many and his strong non negotiable opinions and ego at times created much prejudice on his career. I met him once at Carlos N charlies on sunset in Los Angeles, if my memory is exact. I am a producer who moved to Morocco, won many awards including the highest price at the FESPACO festival. People from the industry would know it's the biggest African Festival in the world. I would love to hire this gentleman for my next film. May God bless him and keep his soul peaceful.

@user-iu3rq5pl1u

7 ай бұрын

I hope you do hire him x

I think what he’s saying is Tom Cruise plays Tom Cruise, so that’s no use to him as an actor wanting examples of other actors playing diverse characters who can inspire him in his craft…

@jakeclark66

Жыл бұрын

True story

Some of the nicest people wear their heart on their sleeves they’re true to themselves and he is that person.

@conorsmith8551

Жыл бұрын

He’s obviously been hurt so much , and he wears his heart on his sleeve

Wow...I've always liked Mickey. I've always seen him as being who he is, not what others want him to be. I respect that. Good, bad, or indifferent he is who he is. Here, he is showing how big of a heart he really has. This was some real shit. It takes one hell of a man to get in front of a camera and do what he did here. Much respect!

This actor is one of the most genuine guys in Hollywood and deserves a lot more praise. Loved his performances in Angel Heart, The Wrestler, Immortals, Iron Man 2 and Sin City.

@ImranMalik-rw5bs

5 ай бұрын

@@user-ey6vk5gu4o Yes. Hollyweird trying to stop good actors from speaking the truth.

If I had the choice of sharing a pint with Mickey or Tom there is no doubt in my mind who I would rather it be. One jobbing albeit very good actor with dodgy quasi religious views or a gentleman whom is consistently self aware and has the wherewithal to reflect on his past and future with such clarity and self awareness and honesty. Mickey you are a lovely human being, a true humanist and nothing in this life holds more weight than your compassion and beliefs. Forget movies and all the shallow shit around show business - keep on doing and being whom you are! x

I think the man is amazing and one of the best actors of his generation 👏 🙌

A true human. We need more ppl like him. Like me. Its tough to be in a world like this with soft hearts.

@robertomendez187

8 ай бұрын

Yes. There are too many spineless beta males out there!

Mr. Rourke is the most honest actor in Hollywood. He is tough, and is true, since he doesn't fear showing his weakness and pain. He doesn't care if he is hated or ostracized by his views, and Hollywood is really needing that.

So many of us have been affected by bad parenting. Mickey Rourke is complicated. He was so handsome as a young actor and could have been the biggest thing in Hollywood. His personal demons in certain ways got the best of him for a time. But the good part is that he understands this and one day at a time he is doing his best. Rourke is a very compelling actor and hopefully he will be seen onscreen again.

@US-px7wc

Жыл бұрын

Everyone have their demons money and fame is not everything! Dont you have them

@gregoryphillips3969

Жыл бұрын

@@US-px7wc l wrote so many of us and that includes me definitely.

@GERARDKENNELLY

Жыл бұрын

he turned down the cruise role in 'Rain Man'

@Dory8

11 ай бұрын

@@GERARDKENNELLY Dustin Hoffman stated that they wanted Rourke but couldn't reach him, and so they cast Cruise (much to the chagrin of Rourke).

@GERARDKENNELLY

10 ай бұрын

@@Dory8 LOL

“When I left home at 14 or 15 I was so happy that the physical pain that went on for 10 years was over . .. but I didn’t realize that it was going to mess me up in my way of thinking and dealing with ppl “ Wow I totally get that I been through it and to this day I have to train myself that I am a person of value and importance because I was around people that not only abused me physically but also mentally damaged me as well . Forgiveness is very important and knowing God I was saved from that mental trauma .

@asbisi

Жыл бұрын

So sorry this was done to you. Happy to know you found out that forgiveness is the only way: it sets YOU free!

@michaeldelaney3587

Жыл бұрын

We can very easily become what we despise, this is because Monkey see Monkey do

@KimberlyOfTheRoyalPriesthood

Жыл бұрын

God bless you Eva 🙏

@maryesteban5

Жыл бұрын

Except he didn't leave home at 14. He graduated Beach High. I am his step sister, my Father raised him because his own father was a drunk and his Mother left him to marry my father. Mickey has been punched in the head so much from boxing his memories are distorted. His Mother was very abusive to me and my 4 other brothers. He claims abuse , but its a lie. His Mother would not allow my father to lay a hand on him. Yes, my Father did always tell him to toughen up, be a Man because he cried a lot. He left after high school to New York to live with his acting teacher, he had it made. We grew up in a large house in Miami Beach, my Father was a Sgt Detective. I am so sick of reading his distorted lies through the years. He also has always had a bad temper, growing up would punch walls if he didn't get his way. He is 3 years older than me. Don't believe everything you hear. He hates Trump and obvious ran his mouth that got him in a lot of trouble there too. Its time he comes clean about his life. He has blamed my father his whole life. We had 9 kids, why aren't all of us struggling? He is a drama king. We got along growing up, I was closer with Joey than with Mickey. We all miss Joey. But Mickeys Mother is a wicked stepmother from hell. She was the abusive one to all of her stepkids. My Father is dead, its time Mickey tells the truth, it was his maternal father who was a drunk who abused him!

@michaeldelaney3587

Жыл бұрын

@@maryesteban5 That makes more sense, I dont know what else to say but WOOOOOW!!

Mickey despite his tough appearence and all the bad things that he experienced in his childhood has a big heart in feeling this empathy for the oppressed and downtrodden. This is often so with people who have had to deal with bullies and authoritarian figures abusing their powers. But when dealing with loving and caring people can turn out to be big softies and quite harmless then. A tormented soul seeking balance and love and kindred spirits in life

For a grown ass man to go in front of the world and bare himself for all to see in such honesty is truly admirable ... The pain in this man's eyes and voice is clear and hats off for him still carrying on no matter what life has thrown at him (clearly a lot more than most of us). Mr Rourke you are an inspiration and an example for all ... and please swear all you like, we are all grown up here.

A shame Piers had to end the interview when Mickey was getting very raw and emotional. It’s instances like this where I can’t stand talk show formats like Pier’s show. I love online/podcast style interviews where you don’t have to adhere to such a rigid structure. Still, good to see Mickey and big respect to him. He is a survivor! 💪🏻

@jlb7707

Жыл бұрын

Mickey Rourke needs to go on "Hot Boxin' with Mike Tyson". There he will get to speak on topics openly and freely, without getting cut off, unlike this from Piers. Disgraceful.

@sidv192

Жыл бұрын

Piers is an ahole. Mickey should have walked off that interview, he must need the money

@davidw5532

Жыл бұрын

@@jlb7707 This must happen!!

@Garrysullivanjones

Жыл бұрын

@@jlb7707 is Joe Rogan still relevant to talk to ? The catering at joes gotta be best stoner fudge cookies

@terrypolvay6414

Жыл бұрын

He looks awful and sounds like jealousy as far as Tom Cruise is concerned

Tom Cruise was brilliant in “A Few Good Men” and “Rain Man”. Say whatever but you can’t take that from him. Also playing the Manager in Tropic Thunder. He was absolutely hilarious in that role. Love ya, Mickey, especially as Marv, but let’s not overstate your own relevance. Have a bit of humility.

@counterculture10

Жыл бұрын

and superb in Magnolia, Born on the 4th of July, and Jerry MaGuire. Those were roles in which he wasn't playing the typical hero.

@cbwelch4

Жыл бұрын

I wasn’t feeling Magnolias as much but it had more to do with the writer trying too hard to be amazing. Not a reflection on Cruise, just didn’t feel the characters and the over the top symbolism. I loved Risky Business. Really captured the feel of the 80’s…. God I miss them…. Joe Pantoliano stole the show. Killer performance by DeMornet too. I wanted to punch Dalby though. Great jerk friend performance.

@cheeseisdelicious111

Жыл бұрын

And Rainman. He was great in Rainman

@counterculture10

Жыл бұрын

@@cbwelch4 Loved Magnolia. Thought it was cutting edge creative. Cruise's performance was sublime. I like Rourke too--but more in his younger days. The Wrestler was good though.

@counterculture10

Жыл бұрын

@@cheeseisdelicious111 yes, he was

THIS INTERVIEW IS WHY I LIKED & SUBSCRIBED PIERS. I WANT THE OTHER HALF OF THIS INTERVIEW. DONT LET ME DOWN. YOU DID A GREAT THING HAVING MICKEY ON TO SPEAK HIS TRUTH, AND HUMANITY'S TRUTH.

MIckey Rourke is the sweetest soul. I ran into him years ago on Lincoln road Miami with his puppy. He was gracious and down to earth as one superstar could be. My gratitudes and love for him.

Harley Davidson and the Marlboro man is one of my top fav movies.

Tom Cruise never disappoints the audience. The man is a true daredevil, a perfectionist, and genius when it comes to his movie stunts and production. He risks his life for the audience. The Mission Impossible movie series is probably one of the greatest series in action movie history. He is a legend. Never forget that.

@TheBigChill1

Жыл бұрын

Tom Cruise is simply the biggest propagandist of a very dangerous Cult...!

@carlosluismendez7392

Жыл бұрын

He had to do that because his movies don''t have a script to begin with.

@jarret45

Жыл бұрын

Never? I recommend you watch the Mummy then bub.

@rishabhaniket1952

Жыл бұрын

Well….there will be always the divide between the artsy films and good commercial blockbusters. I think a good balance should co exist but there’s so much gap between the commercial rewards of the two that the former is getting totally buried. Just imagine, movies like Gone With the Wind and The Godfather were once the highest grossing films and now you cannot imagine just a dialogue and character driven film be a worldwide success let alone breaking records. P.S: Cruise has done some great character roles as well from A Few Good Men ,Collateral to Tropic Thunder. But he has alas chosen the path of commercial viability and mass appeal.

@tjs597

Жыл бұрын

he has made his share of bad movies but who hasn't in hollywood... but i still like his 80's movies the best.

I met him once in '95 and he talked Movies with me for half an hour, he was down to Earth, sweet, and a gentleman. A guy I worked with came along and was fairly rude to him, and Rourke could not have been more polite. He autographed my Time Card, I still have it to this day.

It's a shame that we are not seeing this man working with the top directors and actors. He is right when he says he has alot of ability. It's his pain that makes him that great of an actor, because it's real.

He was incredibly handsome. With tender and gentle voice. We was immensely talented actor.

America's response to Tom latest effort in 'Maverick" makes him relevant & does our country the needed respect it deserves!!

@Eventual-Visitor

Жыл бұрын

You mean being the warmongering world bully that lies to invade and murder other countries population to rob their natural resources or destabilizes entire regions to create war in order to sell weapons to sustain a war profiteering economy? Very deserving of respect without a doubt.

Absolutely love Mickey Rourke! What a beautiful man what a beautiful heart. I love his work and I hope we see much more of it in the future. Much love and luck to you Mickey in wherever this world takes you.

It's nice to see how courteous and professional Piers Morgan always treats his guests and surely Mr. Rourke trusts him a lot.

Tom Cruise is irrelevant in my world also. I have Never been inspired to see a movie because Cruise was in it. He has been in some very good movies, but he could be replaced, and not missed by me. Mickey Rourke, to me, is an amazing actor. He has been completely captivating, believable, and absolutely irreplaceable throughout his career. Cruise may have quantity, but Rourke is genuine quality. Maybe he isn't easy to work with, I don't know, but I do know he's worth the trouble every time!

@kostyasedov4754

Жыл бұрын

100% agree

@barflytom3273

8 ай бұрын

Bunnycatlikes I actually don't watch a movie if Tom Cruise is in it. I couldn't even watch Eyes Wide Shot.

@leegrant7333

8 ай бұрын

Sure Bunny... Tom has cruised to the Top for good reason.

Joe Rogan needs to get Mickey on his podcast... I'd love to hear an uncensored 3 hour conversation between them....

@MattLullenberg

Жыл бұрын

I would as well,I don’t think Mickey would ever go though because Joe did say he went “Crazy.” A while back.

@jvac1129

Жыл бұрын

Joe said some stuff about mickey. Mickey doesn't forgive for a long time.

@laurieannrogan1317

Жыл бұрын

@ Darren, YES , TWO DELUSIONAL PEOPLE .

@darrenredden3289

Жыл бұрын

@@jvac1129 so Joe can apologize first

Mickey is a survivor. A truly great Actor.

Hes got the courage to admit to his mistakes, expose his weaknesses and state his opinions. Nobody is perfect and integrity does not need perfection.

He is a very compassionate man, he has a heart and soul, he is one of only few celebrities I believe who is a normal person and carries himself as a thoughtful and understanding human being, such a great guy

@mangoesfly1594

Жыл бұрын

He can't be that great, being a scientologist

@nekitamol1k242

Жыл бұрын

If that's what a "normal person" looks like then we're doomed

If this is uncensored you should not have to apologise about his swearing obviously maybe on TV might be a bit different but KZread 99% of the people doing videos swear

@DavidTyler

Жыл бұрын

Its on tv in uk you can't swear before the watershed

Mickey Rourke, such a sad shame. Hard life but so many opportunities. He was a good looking guy a promising career and it all went wrong for him. He messed up because he wasn't treated right or given the tools in life. Then seeing the same sh*t go down around him, he raged against the machine. I've respect for that. He displays real empathy, true caring and brought a lump to my throat and tears to my eyes. The old man and kitten are meant to be together ✌

@Fizzy5pringwater

10 ай бұрын

I think he’s more of a success than the people who go with the pack.

This is what makes him great. Weapons grade sincerity. And kudos to Morgan, giving him space to breath.

@valentinoraphael

Жыл бұрын

Weapon's grade sincerity - very well said

Mickey Roarke is a living journey through unlikely circumstance, an amazing odyssey of looking & achieving the best, then the hellacious plunge into oblivion, & again the tortuous climb back to stardom - "Sin City", "The Wrestler", "Once Upon a Time in Mexico", etc. He is & has always been bigger than life, a man's Man - never surrendering or settling for less, all the while giving it 100%. It was the boxing in the ring that addled his mental processes, changing him. Yet even beyond this ~ he is heroic - look up his bio, of his triumphs & his falls from which, each time, he climbed to his feet & NEVER surrendered. God bless you, Mr. Morgan ~ this was a supremely wonderful segment. This is a guest who admitted his weaknesses, his faults, who did not revel in any BS ego-tripping that is a staple of Hollywood. In real life, he is a philosopher, a strategic analyst for the darkened woods, such a great guiding of moderator & guest interaction, Mr. Morgan negotiating the waters between blandness & blindness - able to reveal a surprising exposure of a guest most people could never figure out. Bravo, Sir. A gentleman, a genius - you are what EVERY talk-show host should be.

I thought piers was interviewing Pete burns, when I saw the thumbnail.

I used to love him but with what he’s gone and done to himself, I certainly hope he’s gotten counseling for whatever has pushed him to sabotage himself. As for Tom Cruise, I have nothing but admiration for a very talented and hard working actor.

@dutchdna

Жыл бұрын

Piers Morgan: "You look like you're in great shape" . LMAO

@hefty105

Жыл бұрын

He used to be the epitome of cool, now he’s just a bitter, messed up caricature.

@davidlynch9049

10 ай бұрын

Mickey is right: Tom Cruise isn't in the pantheon of great actors. He can act, but he's no Pacino.

Absolutely love this guy ..lots of love mickey from Ireland 🇮🇪 ❤️

Thanks Mr. Morgan. I've always admired Love Mickey Rourke because he's always stood up to the power people that think they are superior to others. Now I love him even more for that huge empathy, heart, and soul.

This is the most normal hes looked in a long time. I never got the wig but he looks better. The Tom cruise thing its ridiculous thing for him to say. Tom Cruise is the definition of movie star. Hes done dramas, comedies, blockbusters and has gone no where but up in 40 years. His career is incomparable. Mickey should have taken notes all these years. With all that said, I still like Mickey. He comes off genuine. No bullshit.

@davidfaulds2960

Жыл бұрын

On Tom Cruise, I think that he's talking about his depth and ability as an actor, there is no denying that Cruise is one who will bring in the money at the box office but he's always plays the same type of character, Cruise is no Al Pacino or Robert De niro .

@Ninafan68

Жыл бұрын

I wish he would have mentioned how Tom Cruise is a piece of shit. Cruise used to sue anyone who would say that he was gay, as if being gay was wrong. And yet, he abandon his own daughter for a cult? THAT is very wrong. What an asshole.

@TK-cl1jm

Жыл бұрын

If you buy the "He does all his own stunts" narrative, you are one super-fan.

@letsgofella

Жыл бұрын

@@mrfreak7847 Tom has most certainly used a stunt double.

@christinag3069

Жыл бұрын

I’ve never been a Tom Cruise fan. I don’t like his beliefs and he seems like a total douchebag.

Wow… Mickey is a great actor, but I really want him to find some happiness in his life so he can stop torturing himself. He seems to have gone through so much hurt and pain in his life. I hope he continues to heal and find enlightenment.

Mickey has a heart of gold