Lee Child said Tom Cruise was completely and utterly wrong for the role of Jack Reacher physically, though he understands the character.
Why it matters
Fans of Tom Cruise may care because the author of the books publicly criticized his casting.
Key facts
- Lee Child officially admitted his view that Tom Cruise was completely and utterly wrong for Jack Reacher.
Evidence
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