Why is Tom Cruise the one being sued by the 12 extras that worked on his recent movie?

Question

I just watched a local news program and they talked a little about this but they didn't say why they are holding an actor accountable for the mishap on the set that resulted in several extras being hurt. Was Cruise an executive producer on the movie or something?

Answer 1

Yes, he was an producer.  Companies have insurance so he'll never pay a dime.  

Answer 2

http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sho...