Tom Cruise made an unannounced stop at the NCIS: Origins set, surprising the cast and crew during production on the CBS prequel.
The visit quickly became a feel-good behind-the-scenes moment, shared through photos and short clips posted by the show’s team and entertainment outlets.
A surprise visit on the Paramount lot
According to People and Deadline, Cruise dropped by while he was on the Paramount lot in Hollywood, catching the production team off guard in the best way.
CBS also acknowledged the moment with a simple caption that summed up the mood on set: “A VIP on set!”
Who he met and what the cast shared
Entertainment Weekly and People reported that Cruise posed for pictures with several members of the cast and crew, including Austin Stowell, Tyla Abercrumbie, Caleb Foote, and Daniel Lee Bellomy, along with showrunner David J. North.
People also noted the visit included encouragement and advice, with cast members sharing their excitement afterward.
Why the visit stood out to the production
One detail that made the stop extra memorable for the NCIS: Origins team: the show’s bar set, Daly’s, was inspired by the classic hangout vibe of Top Gun, and Cruise’s presence felt like a full-circle moment for the crew.
When and where viewers can watch
NCIS: Origins airs Tuesdays on CBS, with streaming availability on Paramount+.
