140 Best Tom Cruise Quotes about Responsibility and Accountability

Tom Cruise Quotes: Tom Cruise is an American actor, producer, and Hollywood icon who has starred in numerous blockbuster films throughout his career. He is known for his intense performances, action-packed roles, and captivating on-screen presence.

But beyond his acting career, Tom Cruise is also known for his memorable quotes, ranging from motivational to humorous. From classic lines like “I feel the need… the need for speed!” to more profound statements like “I take great pride in what I do,” Tom Cruise has left his mark on Hollywood and pop culture with his memorable words. In this article, we’ll explore some of Tom Cruise’s most famous quotes and examine the meanings behind them.

Tom Cruise Quotes Top Gun

“I feel the need… the need for speed.”

“The plaque for the alternates is down in the ladies room.”

“You can be my wingman any time.”

“Talk to me Goose.”

“The only problem with being a Top Gun instructor is that you gotta be somebody’s bitch every now and then.”

“The enemy’s dangerous, but right now you’re worse than the enemy.”

‘You don’t have time to think up there. If you think you’re dead.”

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“I’m not gonna sit here and blow sunshine up your ass, Lieutenant.”

“Remember, there are no points for second place.”

“It’s classified. I could tell you, but then I’d have to kill you.”

Famous Tom Cruise Quotes

“Show me the money!” – Jerry Maguire (1996)

“I feel the need… the need for speed.” – Top Gun (1986)

“Help me, help you.” – Jerry Maguire (1996)

“I love learning. I study an hour a day, and have been doing it for years.”

“Every single time I start to do a picture, without fail, I feel as if I don’t know what I’m doing.”

“I don’t care who you are, life has challenges.”

“I don’t care whether people think I’m an action star or not. To me, an action star is someone who’s a master of action, who does his own stunts and has to fight and figure out and work out things himself on set.”

“If you’re going to ride my ass, at least pull my hair and make me scream!” – Days of Thunder (1990)

“When you have to cope with a lot of problems, you’re either going to sink or you’re going to swim.”

‘It’s not what you do, it’s how you do it. It’s not what you see, it’s how you look at it. It’s not how your life is, it’s how you live it.”

Mission Impossible Tom Cruise Quotes

“Your mission, should you choose to accept it…”

“I’m gonna find out and I’m gonna kill every last one of them.” – Mission: Impossible III (2006)

“I’m not going to let anything happen to you.” – Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)

“I’m a professional, Mr. Davian. And I’m gonna do everything I can to get your wife back. But first I need your phone.” – Mission: Impossible III (2006)

“I’m not the only one who’s seen what I’ve seen.” – Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol (2011)

“You can’t fight the friction!” – Mission: Impossible II (2000)

“We’re not very good at sitting still.” – Mission: Impossible – Fallout (2018)

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“I’m working on it!” – Mission: Impossible – Rogue Nation (2015)

“I don’t think I can make it alone.” – Mission: Impossible III (2006)

“Light the fuse.” – Mission: Impossible (1996)

Tom Cruise Quotes Scientology

“It’s a beautiful religion, I’m really proud of it.”

“I think it’s a privilege to call yourself a Scientologist, and it’s something that you have to earn, and because a Scientologist does, he or she has the ability to create new and better realities and improve conditions.”

“I have respect for what other people believe. What I believe in my own life is that it’s a search for how I can do things better, whether it’s being a better man or a better father or finding ways for myself to improve.”

‘Being a Scientologist, when you drive past an accident, it’s not like anyone else. As you drive past, you know you have to do something about it because you know you’re the only one who can really help.”

“It’s not like some people believe, ‘Oh, you’re a Scientologist, you’re automatically an auditor,’ but I think it’s a privilege to call yourself a Scientologist and it’s something that you have to earn.”

“Scientology gives you tools to deal with life, and to find answers to questions like ‘Who am I?’ and ‘What am I doing here?'”

“I’ve been a Scientologist for over 30 years. It’s something that has helped me incredibly in my life.”

“I’ve read Dianetics and Scientology materials for many years, and I’ve found it to be very helpful for me personally.”

“I think it’s important to respect what other people believe. My personal beliefs and convictions are very important to me, but I don’t think it’s my place to judge others for what they believe.”

“Scientology is something that has helped me a lot. It’s something that I use every day in my life.”

Tom Cruise Quotes Line I am Not at Fault

Here are a few quotes where he discusses personal responsibility and accountability:

“I don’t care who you are, life has challenges.”

“When you have to cope with a lot of problems, you’re either going to sink or you’re going to swim.”

“If you make a mistake, you own up to it and you try to fix it.”

“I don’t like talking about myself. I’m just trying to do the best I can, and I make mistakes like everyone else.”

“I feel responsible for everything that I do. And I feel responsible for the people that I work with.”

Tom Cruise is known for taking responsibility for his actions and for his work, so while I couldn’t find a specific quote with that line, these quotes illustrate his views on accountability and personal responsibility.

Inspirational Tom Cruise Quotes

“I love what I do. I take great pride in what I do. And I can’t do something halfway, three-quarters, nine-tenths. If I’m going to do something, I go all the way.”

‘There’s no secret formula. I try to live a good life and practice gratitude every day.”

“The only thing that’s going to stop you from fulfilling your dreams is you.”

“I love learning. I love expanding my knowledge. I love challenging myself.”

“If you’re not failing, you’re not pushing your limits, and if you’re not pushing your limits, you’re not maximizing your potential.”

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“I’m passionate about learning. I’m passionate about life.”

“I believe that if you show people the problems and you show them the solutions, they will be moved to act.”

“Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.”

“I feel good about what I do, and I feel good about who I am.”

“I love what I do. I want to be the best at it. I want to keep growing and learning and getting better.”

Cocktail Tom Cruise Quotes

“Cocktail” is a 1988 romantic comedy-drama film starring Tom Cruise as Brian Flanagan, a young bartender who becomes a skilled mixologist and falls in love with a fellow bartender.

Here are some memorable quotes from the movie:

“Cocktails and dreams.”

“Everything ends badly. Otherwise, it won’t end.”

“I am the last barman poet. I see America drinking the fabulous cocktails I make, Americans getting stinky on something I stir or shake.”

“You’re a lot of things, but you’re not a salesman.”

“I don’t know. I just know I want to make a lot of money and have a lot of women.”

“I want somebody to tell me that they’re madly in love with me, and that they would lay down their life for me.”

“Hey, don’t knock masturbation. It’s sex with someone I love.”

“Poets have been mysteriously silent on the subject of cheese.”

“Do you want style? You gotta have the moves. And you don’t have the moves.”

“Everything is in excess! To enjoy the flavor of life, take big bites. Moderation is for monks.”

Weird Tom Cruise Quotes

Some unusual or quirky quotes from Tom Cruise that you may find interesting.

“I feel like I’ve never done anything. I still feel that way. What is it all for?”

“I love learning martial arts. I’m a fan of it. It’s an intellectual sport.”

“I don’t care who you are, life has challenges.”

“I’m a firm believer in technology, and I think it’s important for people to embrace it.”

‘I don’t regret any decisions I’ve made in my life. I’m happy where I am.”

“I have respect for what other people believe. What I believe in my own life is that it’s a search for how I can do things better, whether it’s being a better man or a better father or finding ways for myself to improve.”

‘I’m not the type of person who’s into parties and stuff like that. I like to have a good time, but I’m more of a homebody.”

“I feel lucky. I’ve learned a lot. I’ve had a lot of great experiences. And I feel like I’ve been able to grow and learn and become better as a person.”

“I don’t sleep as much as I would like to. It’s just a habit I’ve had since I was a kid. I remember my mom telling me that Albert Einstein slept for three hours a night.”

“I’ve never agreed with psychiatry, ever. Before I was a Scientologist, I never agreed with psychiatry. And when I started studying the history of psychiatry, I understood more and more why I didn’t believe in psychology.”

Leah Remini Tom Cruise Quotes

Leah Remini is a former member of the Church of Scientology, and she has been outspoken about her experiences with the organization and her interactions with Tom Cruise, who is a high-profile member. Here are some quotes from Leah Remini about Tom Cruise.

“Scientology considers Tom Cruise to be its Messiah. Like Jesus, he is supposed to save the world.”

“I knew Tom Cruise before he became a Scientologist, and I liked him. He was a decent human being. And I’m thinking, what has happened to my friend?”

“He [Tom Cruise] is diabolical, and he is dangerous.”

“Tom has no problem abusing people in the name of Scientology. He’s very similar to David Miscavige [the leader of the Church of Scientology] in that way.”

“Tom Cruise believes that he is single-handedly saving the world by being a Scientologist.”

“Tom Cruise’s image is manufactured to lure in people who are vulnerable, who are looking for meaning.”

“He [Tom Cruise] is the biggest celebrity Scientologist. He is what Scientologists call a ‘big being,’ and he is worshiped within Scientology.”

“Scientologists believe that Tom Cruise has magical powers.”

“Tom Cruise is a victim of Scientology as much as the rest of us.”

“I think Tom Cruise is incredibly deluded. But as deluded as he is, I think he’s fully aware that he’s dealing with a corrupt organization.”

Please note that these quotes represent Leah Remini’s personal experiences and opinions and may not be reflective of Tom Cruise’s views or beliefs.

The Last Samurai Tom Cruise Quotes

“I have no village. No tribe. No gods. No shrine. I am an outcast.”

“I will miss our conversations. They will be in my thoughts.”

“I have been honored to love you. To be loved by you. I wish I could have done more with the time we had.”

“The Last Samurai” is a 2003 historical drama film in which Tom Cruise portrays an American soldier who becomes a samurai warrior in Japan. Here are some memorable quotes from the movie.

“I have introduced myself. You have introduced yourself. This is a very good conversation.”

“Tell me how he died. I will tell you how he lived.”

“The perfect blossom is a rare thing. You could spend your life looking for one, and it would not be a wasted life.”

“They are intriguing people, the Japanese – they have a culture that elevates every aspect of their lives. It’s an honor to be here.”

“I belong to the warrior in whom the old ways have joined the new.”

“A samurai’s spirit is not measured by the size of his sword. It’s not even measured by the size of his deeds. It’s measured by the depth of his honor and the strength of his loyalty.”

“They say Japan was made with a sword. They say the old gods dipped a coral blade into the ocean, and when they pulled it out four perfect drops fell back into the sea, and those drops became the islands of Japan. I say, Japan was made by a handful of brave men. Warriors, willing to give their lives for what seems to have become a forgotten word: honor.”

Tom Cruise Quotes Psychology

“I’ve never agreed with psychiatry, ever. Before I was a Scientologist, I never agreed with psychiatry. And when I started studying the history of psychiatry, I understood more and more why I didn’t believe in psychology.”

“Psychiatry is a pseudoscience. You don’t know the history of psychiatry. I do.”

“There is no such thing as a chemical imbalance in a body. There is something called enturbulation, which is the government of the mind.”

“I have a great respect for the field [of psychology]. I’ve studied psychology myself and I think it’s an incredible tool for understanding human behavior.”

“We [Scientologists] are the authorities on getting people off drugs, we are the authorities on the mind, we are the authorities on improving conditions… We can rehabilitate criminals. We can bring peace and unite cultures.”

“I have always had an interest in the mind and the way it works, and that’s what drew me to Scientology.”

“I think it’s important for individuals to take responsibility for their own mental health and well-being, and to find the tools and resources that work for them.”

“I believe in being an optimist and always looking at the positive side of things. That’s why I find Scientology so helpful – it gives me the tools to stay positive and motivated.”

“It’s not the circumstances that determine our happiness, it’s our attitude and our mindset. That’s something I’ve learned through my own experiences and through my studies of Scientology.”

“I believe that people have the power to change their lives and their circumstances. They just need the right tools and guidance to do so.”

Tom Cruise Quotes from The Minority Report

“You know what, sometimes it’s better to just take a leap and build your wings on the way down.”

“In my experience, there’s no such thing as a mistake. It’s just an opportunity to do something else.”

“The fact that you prevented it from happening doesn’t change the fact that it was going to happen.”

“You can’t hide from your own genes, son.”

“You’re saying that the Pre-Cogs are never wrong, but they were wrong about me.”

“I have to live with what I’ve done, and I’m going to die with what I’ve done!”

‘We don’t need the system. We have to be like them, we have to make our own choices.”

“Sometimes, in order to see the light, you have to risk the dark.”

“If you can see the future, you can change the future.”

Here are ten quotes from Tom Cruise’s character, Chief John Anderton, in the science fiction film “Minority Report”:

“Can you see? You don’t have to run. You don’t have to chase me anymore. Nobody has to chase anybody anymore. You’re free to go.”

Tom Cruise Quotes Risky Business

Here are ten quotes from Tom Cruise’s character, Joel Goodsen, in the 1983 film “Risky Business”:

“Every now and then, say ‘What the f***’. ‘What the f***’ gives you freedom. Freedom brings opportunity. Opportunity makes your future.”

“The key to making money in this situation is the same as the key to making money in any other situation: it’s all about who you know and what they’re willing to pay for what you do.”

“Sometimes you gotta say ‘What the f***’, make your move.”

“It seems to me that if there were any logic to our language, trust would be a four-letter word.”

‘It’s not the way I want it to be. And if I could figure out a way to turn back the clock… I’d do it. But I can’t.”

“You want some action? You got it now. But you owe me, Joel. And don’t you forget it.”

“I just don’t want to start something unless I know I can finish it.”

‘When the outside world comes crashing in… and you just can’t seem to get enough… of that special satisfaction.’

“I’m not ashamed of anything.”

“The dream is always the same. Instead of going home, I go to the neighbors’. I rang, but nobody answered. The door is open, so I go inside. I’m looking around for the people, but nobody seems to be there. And then I hear the shower running. So, I go upstairs to see what’s what.

Then I see her; this… girl, this incredible girl. I mean, what she’s doing there I don’t know, because she doesn’t live there… but it’s a dream, so I go with it. ‘Who’s the girl?’ she’s saying… I don’t know, she’s just… out there… you know? And then I get a closer look at her, and she’s… beautiful. As a… like a Botticelli angel. And she’s… laughing.”

Tom Cruise Quotes Funny

“I love what I do. I take great pride in what I do. And I can’t do something halfway, three-quarters, nine-tenths. If I’m going to do something, I go all the way.” – Tom Cruise

“I’m a romantic. I love spending time with my wife. She’s amazing. I just can’t stand it when she takes the last piece of pizza.” – Tom Cruise

“I’ve never done Botox, but I have a team of people who make me look good every day.” – Tom Cruise

“I feel the need… the need for speed!” – Tom Cruise as Maverick in “Top Gun”

“When you have to cope with a lot of problems, you’re either going to sink or you’re going to swim.” – Tom Cruise

“I always wanted to be a baker when I was a kid. But my mom said I was too good-looking to bake.” – Tom Cruise

“I’m passionate about learning. I’m passionate about life.” – Tom Cruise

“I’m a professional. I take my work seriously. But I don’t take myself too seriously.” – Tom Cruise

“You know, I’ve never really danced. But I’ll dance with you if you want me to.” – Tom Cruise

“I’m a scientologist, of course I believe in aliens.” – Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise’s quotes are a reflection of his personality, charisma, and unique perspective on life. Whether he’s delivering a classic line from a movie or sharing his thoughts on his career and personal life, his words have a way of resonating with fans and leaving a lasting impression.

From motivational quotes that inspire us to push ourselves to humorous quips that make us laugh, Tom Cruise’s quotes offer a glimpse into the mind of one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors. Whether you’re a fan of his movies or simply appreciate his words of wisdom, there’s no denying that Tom Cruise’s quotes have the power to inspire, entertain, and uplift us all.

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