Jerry Maguire (1996) is a romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Cameron Crowe. The film stars Tom Cruise in the titular role, along with Cuba Gooding Jr., Renée Zellweger, and Kelly Preston. The story follows Jerry Maguire, a successful sports agent who experiences a crisis of conscience after realizing the shallowness of his profession. After being fired from his high-paying job, Jerry starts his own agency and embarks on a journey to rebuild his career and life, all while trying to maintain a personal and professional relationship with his only client, Rod Tidwell (played by Cuba Gooding Jr.), a charismatic football player.

The film is known for its memorable lines, particularly “Show me the money!” delivered by Cuba Gooding Jr., which became iconic. Another famous moment is “You had me at ‘hello,'” a line spoken by Renée Zellweger’s character, Dorothy Boyd, which became part of pop culture.

Jerry Maguire is a story about personal growth, relationships, and the importance of integrity in both professional and personal life. It delves into Jerry’s transformation from a cutthroat sports agent to someone who values human connection and honesty. The film blends humor, romance, and drama, and explores themes of ambition, love, and redemption.

The film was a critical and commercial success. Tom Cruise received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor, and Cuba Gooding Jr. won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Rod Tidwell. The movie remains one of Cruise’s most beloved performances and has become a cult classic.