Tom Cruise's Refusal Halts Vampire Sequel

Tom Cruise is reportedly interested in a sequel to his 1990 NASCAR film 'Days of Thunder,' which has gained renewed interest due to the rising popularity of motorsport movies. He is in discussions with Paramount, although a previous proposal for a television series was rejected by him. Meanwhile, the 30th anniversary of 'Interview with the Vampire' has sparked reflections from director Neil Jordan, who revealed that a sequel, 'The Vampire Lestat,' was stalled because Cruise was not inclined to reprise his role at the time. This reluctance to engage in sequels ultimately hindered potential adaptations of Anne Rice's works. Although the original film was a box office success, Cruise's decision led to the franchise's stagnation, with only one other film, 'Queen of the Damned,' being produced later. Jordan's comments highlight Cruise's evolving career, which has since embraced sequels, particularly with the ongoing 'Mission: Impossible' series.