Tom Cruise Musical Role in 2012
In 2012, Tom Cruise starred in the musical film Rock of Ages, playing the character Stacee Jaxx. The movie is a jukebox musical built around 1980s rock hits and was released in June 2012.
Rock of Ages Plot and Production
Rock of Ages follows aspiring musicians in Los Angeles during the glam metal era. Cruise's Stacee Jaxx is a fictional rock star who appears at a Sunset Strip club called the Bourbon Room. The film features songs by bands such as Journey, Def Leppard, and Bon Jovi.
Box Office and Reception
Rock of Ages earned mixed reviews but performed steadily at the box office, grossing over $59 million worldwide according to The Numbers. The film is often cited in discussions of Tom Cruise musical projects and 2012 movie musicals.
