Digger (2026)
Alejandro González Iñárritu's darkly comic epic starring Tom Cruise as the world's most powerful — and most catastrophically reckless — man.
Digger - Movie Information
- Original Title: Digger
- Release Year: 2026
- Directed by: Alejandro González Iñárritu
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Drama, Adventure
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): September 30, 2026 (France), October 2, 2026 (United States), October 1, 2026 (Germany), October 1, 2026 (Brazil), October 1, 2026 (Mexico), October 2, 2026 (Spain)
- Alternative Titles: डिगर (IN), Judy (US)
- Production Companies: Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Pictures, TC Productions, M Productions, Domain Entertainment
- Production Countries: United States of America
Digger - Plot
The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity's saviour before the disaster he's unleashed destroys everything.
Digger - Trailer
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A comedy of catastrophic proportions.
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Digger - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Alejandro González Iñárritu
Main Cast
- Tom Cruise
- Sandra Hüller
- John Goodman
- Jesse Plemons
- Sophie Wilde
- Riz Ahmed
- Michael Stuhlbarg
- Emma D'Arcy
- Pip Torrens
- Robert John Burke
Writers
- Alejandro González Iñárritu
- Alexander Dinelaris
- Nicolás Giacobone
- Sabina Berman
Producers
- Alejandro González Iñárritu
- Tom Cruise
- Mary Parent
Digger - FAQs
Who plays Digger Rockwell in Digger?
Tom Cruise plays Digger Rockwell, the film's central character — a supremely powerful man convinced he can save humanity from the very catastrophe he set in motion. It's a rare comedic turn for Cruise, directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu in what promises to be one of his most unexpected roles.
What is Digger about?
Digger follows the world's most powerful man as he frantically scrambles to position himself as humanity's saviour — all while trying to contain the catastrophic fallout from a disaster entirely of his own making. It's a darkly comic portrait of ego, power, and spectacular self-delusion on a global scale.
Who directed Digger?
Digger is directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the Oscar-winning filmmaker behind Birdman and The Revenant. Known for intense, immersive dramas, Iñárritu takes a sharp comedic turn here, co-writing the screenplay alongside Alexander Dinelaris, Nicolás Giacobone, and Sabina Berman.
Is Digger a satire about a real person?
While the film has not been officially confirmed as a direct portrayal of any real individual, the premise — a billionaire who triggers global catastrophe and then rebrands himself as its saviour — has drawn widespread speculation that it satirises contemporary tech moguls and figures of extreme wealth and political influence.
When does Digger release in the United States?
Digger opens in the United States on October 2, 2026. It also rolls out internationally around the same period, with France getting it on September 30 and Germany, Brazil, Mexico, and Spain all receiving it on October 1, 2026.
Who are the main actors in Digger?
The cast is stacked. Tom Cruise leads as Digger Rockwell, joined by Sandra Hüller, John Goodman, Jesse Plemons, Sophie Wilde, Riz Ahmed, Michael Stuhlbarg, Emma D'Arcy, Pip Torrens, and Robert John Burke. It's an exceptionally eclectic ensemble assembled for this comedic epic.
What genre is Digger?
Digger blends Comedy, Drama, and Adventure into something genuinely hard to categorise. Iñárritu describes it as a comedy of catastrophic proportions — that tagline says it all. Expect sharp satirical wit wrapped around a high-stakes narrative with dramatic and adventurous undertones throughout.
What is the production budget for Digger?
Digger was produced on a reported budget of $125 million, making it one of the most ambitious projects of Iñárritu's career. The film is a Warner Bros. and Legendary Pictures production, with cinematography by the legendary Emmanuel Lubezki, Iñárritu's long-time collaborator.
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