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Why Did Tom Cruise’s ‘Digger’ Hit Rock Bottom at the Box Office?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Hollywood Reporter

What happened

The response to Iñárritu's big-budget satire delivers sobering lessons as the Warner Bros. release heads for a major financial loss: "'Digger' has provided a reality check on today's unpredictable marketplace."…

Key facts

  • Reported by Hollywood Reporter and published Tue, 06 Oct 2026 01:38:07 UTC.

Why it matters

Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.

What to watch next

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  • Opening figures and audience reception
  • Follow-on deals or casting announcements

Coverage timeline

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