Tom Cruise Made $100M Off 'War of the Worlds' — Will This One Hit the Same?
A modern twist, a bold cast — but no guarantees yet.
So, the new War of the Worlds is dropping July 30, 2025, on Amazon Prime. Directed by Rich Lee, it’s told entirely through screens — Zoom calls, YouTube clips, texts — a very modern, kinda creepy style.
Ice Cube stars as a cybersecurity analyst uncovering a possible government cover-up, with Eva Longoria and Clark Gregg rounding out the cast.
Now, here’s a blast from the past: Tom Cruise’s 2005 War of the Worlds earned him about $100 million because he cleverly took a cut of the box office instead of a straight salary. That’s some smart business right there.
Max George from The Wanted is also back on stage for Jeff Wayne’s War of the Worlds musical tour in 2025, even after recovering from heart surgery. Big respect for that comeback.
Honestly, I’m a bit torn. I love the idea of a fresh take, but this screenlife format can be hit or miss — sometimes it’s super effective, other times just feels like a gimmick. Still, if it brings new fans to this classic story, I’m all for it.
