TV series like "How I Met Your Mother" and films like the Marvel Cinematic Universe series have made Cobie Smulders a well-known actress. She discussed a unique experience she had while filming a movie in which Tom Cruise played a race car driver in one interview. She was assigned to drive him around in a scene that called for a certain amount of driving prowess.

Assume that your friend, who has been riding for years, decides to teach you how to ride a bike by riding alongside you as though you already know how to do it. Because you're afraid of failing or making a mistake, it can feel very intimidating. In the movie, Cobie experienced something similar when she had to drive Tom Cruise.

Given Tom Cruise's reputation for meticulous planning and meticulousness—particularly on set, where he frequently executes stunts without the use of doubles—the situation was difficult. Smulders' remark emphasizes how daunting it can be to assume a role that demands you to act as though you know something extremely well when you're still learning or lack experience.

This quote reflects stepping into situations where we feel unprepared and in the spotlight, which can make anyone anxious. It's not just about driving. It's similar to acting like a master chef when you've never cooked before and have only ever watched cooking shows.

By telling this tale, Smulders helps us understand the difficulties that actors encounter on the set, particularly when they are required to do duties that are not related to their typical acting roles. Her openness aids viewers in comprehending the difficulties that arise behind the scenes and the enormous amount of effort and talent needed for seemingly effortless performances in films or television programs.