NASA confirms working with Tom Cruise for a film aboard International Space Station (ISS)

NASA has confirmed that Hollywood star Tom Cruise, kwn for his action films, is set to shoot his upcoming flick aboard International Station (ISS). NASA ministrator Jim Bridenstine expressed his excitement on Twitter and confirmed news. Hollywood actor has partnered with premier ncy NASA to shoot a movie, at least in part, aboard artificial satellite orbiting Earth since 1998.

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Plot details of film have t been revealed, but it is t a sequel to Cruise's 'Mission: Impossible' franchise, as reported by international media. Although 57-year-old actor is kwn to perform death-defying stunts including a freefall at 200 mph in 2018’s 'Mission: Impossible — Fallout', it is still obscure as to how actor will pull off his shoot aboard orbiting wonder. Reports have stated X, founded by Techlogy entrepreneur Elon Musk, is also a potential partner on film project.  film will be first-ever feature narrative film to be shot in .

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In past, NASA has been vocal of its plans about making ISS open to commercial ventures, film project could be precedent. Also, Bridenstine has opined that film could serve as popular media to inspire next-gen engineers and scientists. Elon Musk has always h ambitious plans of sending people to Mars, this commercial film could only serve as a stepping stone to a much larger viable project of future.

Cruise’s next film is “Top Gun: Maverick,” in which he reprises his role as Captain Maverick, a test pilot and flight instructor. Due to coronavirus pandemic, Paramount has moved 'Top Gun: Maverick' off its July 12 release date to Dec. 23, 2020.