Jack Reacher

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Jack Reacher

Tom Cruise brings his signature grin and action-star style to Jack Reacher, the big-screen adaptation of the popular Lee Child series. Cruise plays a former military officer called out of retirement when an accused sniper asks for him by name. The opening shooting scene is immensely disturbing, but the film works as a mystery, and Cruise fans will be especially pleased to see the actor turn in another action-packed performance.

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Safe Haven

Safe Haven is the latest adaptation from renowned romance novelist Nicholas Sparks. Abuse victim Katie (Julianne Hough) is looking for a clean start. She finds herself in a small seaside town being courted by a charming single dad (Josh Duhamel), but she's plagued by an ex who is intent on tracking her down. Unrealistic and filled with cheesy clichés, the film itself is a lot less tempting than Duhamel. The DVD comes loaded with extended scenes and a (much-needed) alternate ending.

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Tom Cruise Wraps Up His Family Holiday to Take Jack Reacher to Japan

Tom Cruise had a busy one today when he did a press conference and headlined a premiere in Tokyo for Jack Reacher.

Tom Cruise had a busy one today when he did a press conference and headlined a premiere in Tokyo for Jack Reacher. He was joined by costar Rosamund Pike and director and screenwriter Christopher McQuarrie for both events. At the press conference, Tom wore a navy blue sweater and later changed into a dark suit and aviator sunglasses when he attended the premiere. At the film's debut event, Tom signed autographs and took photos with his Japanese fans. Jack's film was released in the states and Europe back in December and has already earned over $121 million worldwide. If you plan on seeing Jack Reacher this weekend, be sure to check out our list of four things you should know before you check it out, including why Tom is hilarious.

Tom has been busy these past few weeks between his globe-trotting Jack Reacher press duties. Tom spent the holidays with his children, including daughter Suri, at his vacation home in Colorado. Before the holidays, Tom sent the rumor mill into a frenzy when he was spotted grabbing drinks with a restaurant manager in NYC. However, sources say that Tom is still single and not getting serious with anyone at the moment.

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The Hobbit Leads an Impressive Final Box Office of the Year

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey took in $32.9 million this weekend, for its third time at the top of the box office.

The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey took in $32.9 million this weekend, for its third time at the top of the box office. Three Christmas Day releases followed the fantasy film: Quentin Tarantino's Western Django Unchained earned $30.7 million, the musical Les Misérables won $28 million, and Billy Crystal's Parental Guidance made $14.8 million. Tom Cruise's action flick Jack Reacher rounded out the top five with $14 million.

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The Hobbit Keeps Jack Reacher From Reaching the Top of the Box Office

Despite a huge drop in ticket sales, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey managed to stay at the top of the box office for the second weekend in a row, taking in $36.7 million.

Despite a huge drop in ticket sales, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey managed to stay at the top of the box office for the second weekend in a row, taking in $36.7 million. Tom Cruise's Jack Reacher opened in second place with $15.6 million, and This is 40 debuted in third with $12 million. Rise of the Guardians and Lincoln rounded out the top five, with $5.9 million and $5.6 million, respectively.

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4 Things to Consider Before You See Jack Reacher

Tom Cruise is back in action breaking ribs and twisting arms, this time as the title character in Jack Reacher, based on Lee Child's popular series.

Tom Cruise is back in action breaking ribs and twisting arms, this time as the title character in Jack Reacher, based on Lee Child's popular series. After years serving at various ranks in the military police, Jack comes out of retirement to help solve a heinous mass murder. When the suspect turns out to be one of Jack's former troopers with a violent past, he agrees to get to the bottom of the case and put the guy behind bars for good. It doesn't hurt that the DA's beautiful daughter (Rosamund Pike) is the attorney asking for his help. Jack Reacher may sound like a cut-and-dry popcorn flick, but there's a lot more to the film that I didn't expect. However, there are also a few things to consider before buying a ticket.

  1. The opening scene is very disturbing. The movie opens with the crime; the shooter is making bullets in his apartment, and then we see him set up in a parking garage across from a busy walkway, where he proceeds to methodically pick off victims. It's not a traditional action sequence; it's slow and focused and there's no music, just the sounds of the shooter breathing. It's a really intense scene, and it may be difficult to watch, especially given current events.
  2. It's a mystery movie. I expected Jack Reacher to be straight-up action, but it's much more of a murder mystery. We know who the shooter is from the beginning, but Jack (and the audience) has to put together the motive and who is really pulling the strings. There are are some gun fights and some knife fights, but the movie's strength lies in its challenging narrative puzzle.

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Movie Sneak Peek: This Is 40, Jack Reacher, The Guilt Trip

What better time to find a comfy seat in a big theater than over the long holiday weekend?

What better time to find a comfy seat in a big theater than over the long holiday weekend? Escape your relatives and check out one of this week's exciting new releases. Judd Apatow's latest comedy This Is 40 will be opening alongside action adaptation Jack Reacher, and Seth Rogen and Barbra Streisand hit the road in The Guilt Trip. Check out all the pictures and let us know which one you're planning on seeing!

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Tom Cruise and Rosamund Pike Make Their Mark in Madrid

Tom Cruise and Rosamund Pike, in Emilio Pucci, met up in Madrid for the Spanish premiere of Jack Reacher today.

Tom Cruise and Rosamund Pike, in Emilio Pucci, met up in Madrid for the Spanish premiere of Jack Reacher today. The costars kicked off promotions in London on Monday and then traveled to Stockholm for another event on Tuesday. Tom and Rosamund have been joined in each city by the film's director, Christopher McQuarrie, and have spent time meeting with fans. According to a fan on Twitter, Tom spent nearly two hours signing autographs and posing for photographs with the waiting crowd during their latest press stop. It's just the beginning for Tom and the cast, since the movie doesn't hit theaters until Dec. 21.

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Tom Cruise Reaches Out to Swedish Fans at His Latest Premiere

Tom Cruise and his leading lady Rosamund Pike took Jack Reacher to Stockholm last night for the thriller's latest debut.

Tom Cruise and his leading lady Rosamund Pike took Jack Reacher to Stockholm last night for the thriller's latest debut. The costars stopped to greet fans as they made their way into the theater. On Monday night, Tom was in London for the world premiere of the film, which hits theaters stateside on Dec. 21. It's one of several big films vying for theatergoers' attention this holiday season, alongside Les Misérable, The Hobbit, and many more.

Tom has spent recent months hard at work in the wake of his split from Katie Holmes. He most recently shot All You Need Is Kill opposite Emily Blunt, and an early preview of Oblivion, his highly anticipated apocalyptic action movie, was also recently released. Despite his heavy workload, Tom said he'll spend the holidays with Suri and his older children when he was asked about his plans for ringing in 2013.

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Video: Tom Cruise Debuts Jack Reacher and Talks Holidays With Suri

Tom Cruise hit the red carpet in London last night to talk up his new action film Jack Reacher ahead of its Dec.

Tom Cruise hit the red carpet in London last night to talk up his new action film Jack Reacher ahead of its Dec. 21 release. He spoke before the screening began about his love of action and also hinted at a holiday break to come! Tom will wrap up 2012 in the company of his three kids, Connor, Isabella, and Suri. Get the scoop on what's to come for Tom and his family in this PopSugar Rush.

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Tom Cruise Gets Star Support at His Big London Premiere

Tom Cruise debuted Jack Reacher with the world premiere at London's Leicester Square today.

Tom Cruise debuted Jack Reacher with the world premiere at London's Leicester Square today. He posed with Nicole Scherzinger and Lewis Hamilton when he wasn't busy signing autographs and greeting fans. Tom's leading lady, Rosamund Pike, hit the carpet in a glamorous yellow Alexander McQueen gown while his pal Tom Hardy met up with David Haye on their way inside. Tom's gearing up for the Dec. 21 release of his action film, but he's also juggling other projects. He's been filming All You Need Is Kill around the UK with Emily Blunt in recent weeks and is also featured in the new trailer for Oblivion. Tom and Emily broke from the cameras to dine out together last week, before Emily headed to LA for the weekend.