TOO LATE FOR CRUISE CONTROL?

In 2005, the world's friskiest scientologist--seen above chatting up Oprah--was still top gun at the box office (a triumph he may not repeat in 2006, judging by the weak opening of "Mission: Impossible III"). Quigley Publishing Company has been conducting these polls of theater exhibitors since 1932, handing out the Number One award five times each to Tom Hanks, Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds and Bing Crosby, and seven times to Cruise. Below, the Top 10 of 2005. And isn’t it perfect that Brad & Angie tied for third place, one whole notch above Vince Vaughn? But, hey, where’s Jen?

If you'd like to know about the upcoming films of these moneymakers, just click on their names.

For a selection of Box Office Champs from the past--dating back to 1935's dimpled, curly-topped winner--click here.

TOM CRUISE

JOHNNY DEPP

BRAD PITT (TIE)

ANGELINA JOLIE (TIE)

VINCE VAUGHN

GEORGE CLOONEY

WILL SMITH

REESE WITHERSPOON

ADAM SANDLER

TOM HANKS