Tom Cruise is one of the most iconic actors of our time, known for his intense performances and action-packed roles. Cruise has received numerous accolades for his work in the entertainment industry, including three Golden Globe Awards. Tom Cruise remains one of the most bankable stars in Hollywood and continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry. The   star has been a household name for over three decades, thanks to his delivery of successful films like  ,  , and much more. But little did people know that Cruise had dropped the chance to work in the 1997 crime drama, 

Johnny Depp Impressed Fans With His Performance In Donnie Brasco

 is a gripping crime drama that tells the true story of FBI agent Joseph Pistone’s infiltration of the mafia under the alias of Donnie Brasco. The movie was directed by Mike Newell and was well-received by the audience. The movie stars Johnny Depp in the lead role of Donnie Brasco, a low-level mafia soldier who befriends aging hitman Lefty Ruggiero, played by Al Pacino. As the two men become closer, Donnie is forced to navigate the dangerous world of organized crime, all while trying to maintain his cover as an undercover agent.

‘s performance in is nothing short of outstanding. He brings a level of nuance and complexity to the character that makes him more than just an undercover agent. Depp brings humanity to the role making the audience care about him and root for him.  star’s chemistry with Al Pacino is also a highlight of the movie. And the performance of the Cry-Baby star in the movie has been appreciated by the fans.

Tom Cruise Could Have Replaced Johnny Depp In Donnie Brasco

was initially considered for the lead role in  . However, due to scheduling conflicts, he had to decline the role. The   star went on to star in another movie called  . This left the door open for Johnny Depp to step in and give a stunning performance that would earn him critical acclaim.

It’s hard to imagine anyone other than Johnny Depp playing the role of Donnie Brasco. Yet it is interesting to imagine Cruise’s depiction of the character.  is available on platforms like Netflix.