Tom Cruise admits rumors about his 'intense' behavior on movie sets are true

Tom Cruise is confirming what Hollywood has whispered about for years — he really is that intense.

The actor, 64, acknowledged his demanding reputation on movie sets and said he makes sure collaborators know exactly what they're getting into.

"I expect a lot and I'm up-front about it," Cruise said during a GQ cover interview .

"It's like: 'The rumors are true.

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I'll be here before you.

What experience do you want?" he laughed.

The actor made clear that his intensity isn't an act he puts on once the cameras start rolling.

"Even when I was a kid, they were like, 'Oh, come on, Tom.

You're so intense.' I'm like, 'I don't know what to say.

I am intense,'" Cruise remarked.

"I got a very good sense of humor about it," he added.

For Cruise, the intensity comes from curiosity and a desire to master his craft.

"When I'm interested in something, I want to learn it.