Sir David Jason, known for his role as Batman alongside Rodney in a classic episode of Only Fools and Horses, is entertaining the idea of teaming up with Hollywood star Tom Cruise for a unique take on Mission Impossible. In a light-hearted manner, Sir David mentioned that he has proposed a film titled Mission Possible, featuring both himself and Tom Cruise in leading roles. While waiting for a response from Paramount Pictures, Sir David humorously hinted at potentially giving Tom Cruise a run for his money in performing stunts, citing his own experience in doing stunts, including a barrel roll in a Spitfire.
Although joking about his age of 85, Sir David highlighted an interesting similarity with Tom Cruise, pointing out their close heights of 5ft 6in and 5ft 7in, respectively. He recalled how his height influenced his portrayal of DI Jack Frost, a character on ITV’s series from 1992 to 2010, due to the minimum height requirement for policemen being 5ft 8in.
Reflecting on his career, Sir David shared insights into his iconic character Del Boy, emphasizing his inspiration from an encounter with an East End electrician. Despite initial doubts about his suitability for roles like Derek Trotter, Sir David’s portrayal won over audiences, especially in the beloved series that focused on family dynamics.
Additionally, Sir David discussed his role in The Darling Buds of May and praised Catherine Zeta-Jones for her performance. He fondly recalled the camaraderie on set, including humorous anecdotes about the show’s eating scenes. Sir David expressed his views on the evolution of comedy, noting changes in content standards compared to earlier years.
Sharing memories from his extensive career, Sir David reminisced about playing Granville in Open All Hours alongside Ronnie Barker. Despite initial concerns about his role, he appreciated Barker’s support and camaraderie, highlighting a special gesture from the esteemed actor.
Throughout his career spanning six decades, Sir David has amassed cherished memories and mementos, including a note from Ronnie Barker, which he holds dear. As part of his An Evening with Sir David Jason nationwide tour, he continues to captivate audiences with his humor and warmth.