As a longtime fan of both Tim Burton and Johnny Depp, I must say that their collaboration on “Edward Scissorhands” was nothing short of magical. The movie not only solidified Depp as one of Hollywood’s most versatile actors but also showcased Burton’s unique storytelling abilities.
One of Johnny Depp’s standout roles was as Edward Scissorhands, a character he played who was a humanoid whose creator died before equipping him with hands; instead, he had scissors for hands. Interestingly, Tom Cruise from Mission Impossible was among several Hollywood stars eager to join the Tim Burton film. However, rumors have circulated that Cruise withdrew from Edward Scissorhands due to bathroom issues, but there’s a deeper story behind it.
The movie “Edward Scissorhands” was a significant milestone for both Johnny Depp and Tim Burton. Prior to the release of this gothic fantasy film, Burton had only directed “Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure”, “Beetlejuice”, and “Batman”. Similarly, Depp was known for his role as a teen idol in the “21 Jump Street” series and the romantic comedy “Cry-Baby”. However, when “Edward Scissorhands” earned four times its budget at the box office, it became evident that this collaboration between Depp and Burton would lead to many more movies.
Following rumors that Tom Cruise declined the role because of bathroom issues, let’s delve into the complete narrative. Here’s a closer look at why the part of the incomplete robot character was not suitable for this top-tier actor:
Why Tom Cruise Reportedly Dropped Out of Edward Scissorhands
I can hardly wrap my head around the fact that Tom Cruise almost played Edward Scissorhands! That would have been an extraordinary departure from his usual action hero roles. But it’s no surprise, given Johnny Depp’s involvement, that he was the one who landed the lead role in the 1990 film. In the upcoming Tim Burton docuseries (as reported by Indiewire), Depp himself has confirmed that Cruise was indeed a contender for the part.
[Cruise] was not far away from actually playing Edward Scissorhands — true story.
As Tom Cruise gets ever closer to putting on the scissor-blade hands, it’s hard not to ponder about what could have been. In a discussion about actors who were rejected, declined, or replaced in films, Film Updates recently shed light on why Cruise supposedly backed out of Edward Scissorhands. According to the post, the Top Gun star allegedly had numerous questions for Tim Burton that he couldn’t answer, such as how the title character managed his bathroom needs.
It’s intriguing to ponder over how Edward Scissorhands might handle using the bathroom, given his unique situation and the fragility of toilet paper. However, since the movie doesn’t include a bathroom scene, it’s not essential to find answers to such questions.
The Full Story of Why Tom Cruise Turned Down Edward Scissorhands
In addition to inquiring about Edward Scissorhands’ bathroom usage, Tom Cruise also probed Caroline Thomas, the screenwriter, about other aspects of the lead role he was considering during his discussion with director Tim Burton. This information was shared by Thomas in an interview with Far Out Magazine.
He was asking the kind of questions about the character that can’t be asked for this character! Part of the delicacy of the story was not answering questions like, ‘How does he go to the bathroom? How did he live without eating all those years?’ Tom Cruise was certainly unwilling to be in the movie without those questions being answered.
It appears that Tom Cruise, like Gary Oldman before him, found it challenging to grasp Tim Burton’s vision for the movie “Edward Scissorhands.” One of Cruise’s criticisms about the film was its somber ending, where Edward, the humanoid character, and his love interest Kim were unable to be together. This outcome occurred when Edward defended himself against Jim and went into hiding. In the storyline, Edward subsequently crafted ice sculptures depicting their shared memories. Despite the movie’s bittersweet conclusion, it aligns with Burton’s recurring theme of feeling like an outcast in a seemingly idyllic suburban setting that struggles to accept what is perceived as unusual.
Despite Edward Scissorhands and Tom Cruise not being a typical cinematic pair, Johnny Depp delivered an exceptional performance, infusing the role with a heartwarming innocence that made it endearing and identifiable for audiences. Working alongside Tim Burton, they crafted a distinctive character that would resonate with viewers for generations to come. It seems Depp didn’t mind portraying his character’s unconventional bathroom habits. Revisit Burton’s classic film by subscribing to Disney+.
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2024-09-11 04:07