Tom Holland Turns Down NASA’s Offer to Film in Space — “I Get Dizzy on the London Eye, Mate!”
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He’s swung through Manhattan’s skyline, fought villains across galaxies, and saved the world multiple times — at least on screen. But Tom Holland has officially set a firm boundary when it comes to his next cinematic challenge: he’s not going to space.
In a recent interview that left fans laughing, the Spider-Man actor revealed that he was once approached about filming a movie in collaboration with NASA — possibly aboard the International Space Station. His response? An emphatic, and very relatable, no.
“I get dizzy on the London Eye, mate!” Holland joked. “Why would I go to space when I can barely survive turbulence?”
“They Were Dead Serious… I Was Not”
According to Holland, the proposal came during early talks for a space-themed action film in which he would play an astronaut. NASA even invited him to consult with their team and consider filming sequences in zero gravity. But the actor admitted he knew instantly that such an adventure wasn’t for him.
“They were talking about G-force training and zero-gravity rehearsals,” he recalled. “Meanwhile, I’m sitting there thinking, ‘I nearly fainted on the Tower of Terror at Disneyland.’”
Laughing, he added, “They were dead serious. I was not.”
“I Love Acting… on Earth”
Holland was quick to emphasize that his refusal wasn’t about laziness — it was about survival. While he admires stars like Tom Cruise for pushing cinematic boundaries, he’s perfectly happy keeping his performances grounded.
“Tom Cruise can film on the edge of space if he wants,” he said. “I’ll be cheering him on from my sofa with a cup of tea and a blanket. I love acting, but I love oxygen more.”
The 28-year-old actor also confessed that even air travel makes him anxious. “Every time there’s turbulence, I’m gripping the seat thinking, ‘This is it. This is how Spider-Man dies.’”
Fans Applaud His “Down-to-Earth” Humor
When clips of the interview hit social media, fans quickly turned Holland’s remarks into a viral moment. One fan wrote, “Tom Holland refusing to go to space because he gets dizzy on the London Eye is the most relatable celebrity thing ever.” Another chimed in, “We don’t need Spider-Man in space — keep our boy safe on Earth!”
The combination of humor and humility struck a chord with audiences who have long admired Holland for his authenticity.
A Star Who Keeps It Real
Despite being one of Hollywood’s biggest names, Holland remains refreshingly grounded — literally and figuratively. From his breakout role in Spider-Man: Homecoming to his darker turns in Cherry and The Crowded Room, he’s proven his versatility. Yet it’s his self-awareness and charm that continue to endear him to fans.
“I’ve done enough pretending to fly through cities,” he quipped. “No need to add orbiting the Earth to that list.”
With his trademark grin, he wrapped up the interview perfectly:
“Look, I’m an actor, not an astronaut. I’ll leave space to the professionals — and maybe Elon Musk.”
It’s that kind of wit and relatability that makes Tom Holland a true fan favorite. On-screen, he might be a superhero. Off-screen, he’s just a regular guy — one who’d rather keep both feet firmly planted on the ground.