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Top Gun 2 Maverick: Tom Cruise sequel's cast, release date, trailer and soundtrack revealed
6 May 2022, 10:26
Tom Cruise is getting back the need for speed in the long-awaited Top Gun sequel, and it's nearly here.
Top Gun: Maverick sees Tom Cruise return as his title hot-shot character, which will serve as a direct sequel to the 1986 film which transformed him into a Hollywood icon.
But when is it released and who else is starring? Here's all we know so far:
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When is Top Gun 2 released at cinemas?
Top Gun: Maverick will finally arrive at cinemas in the UK on May 25, 2022 and in US cinemas on May 27, 2022.
It was originally scheduled for July 2019, but was delayed for a year due to "logistical reasons". It was then moved once again due to the coronavirus pandemic.
It is directed by Joseph Kosinski, who previously worked with Tom Cruise on Oblivion.
The film is based on a screenplay by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie, from a story by Peter Craig and Justin Marks.
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Top Gun 2 cast: Who will star in Top Gun 2?
Tom Cruise will reprise his role as Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell.
In 2018, he tweeted a picture from set with the iconic quote "Feel the need" and captioned it "#Day 1". He also told Access Hollywood: “Aviators are back, the need for speed. We’re going to have big, fast machines. It’s going to be a competition film, like the first one…but a progression for Maverick.”
#Day1 pic.twitter.com/7jjPL277Es
— Tom Cruise (@TomCruise) May 31, 2018Meanwhile, actor Miles Teller has joined the cast as Bradley Bradshaw, the son of Goose in the original film.
Val Kilmer - who played Iceman in the original - is also back, and is now a four-star admiral and currently serves as Chief of Naval Operations.
There will also be roles for Jennifer Connelly as Maverick's assistant and love interest Amy, and new appearances from Jon Hamm and Ed Harris.
It has yet to be revealed if any other original cast members will be back. Kelly McGillis has said that she would at least like a cameo as Charlie Blackwood. She said in 2014: "[Top Gun] was far more popular than I ever imagined it would be... because I took so much time off that I can come back to acting – without trying to be anything other than who I am."
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Top Gun 2 trailer: Are there any teasers?
Top Gun 2 - Official Trailer
Yes!
In 2019, Tom Cruise himself unveiled the first official trailer, which you can watch above.
The trailer shows Maverick as a fighter ace who is clinging onto the traditions of the past, despite living in an age where drones are now used alongside humans.
"You can't get a promotion, You won't retire," Ed Harris says.. "Despite your best efforts, you refuse to die!"
Further action footage shows Maverick weaving around rocky mountains, while some kind of threat is seen above.
"The end is inevitable, Maverick. Your kind is headed for extinction," Harris's character warns him, to which he replies: "Maybe so, sir. But not today."
Later that year, a second longer trailer was unveiled, which you can watch below:
Top Gun 2 - Maverick Trailer #2
A third full-length trailer was also released in March 2022, showing even more footage and incredible stunts:
Watch the latest trailer for Top Gun: Maverick
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What is the plot of Top Gun 2?
Top Gun 2 will be set in the modern day, as the pilots take on drone warfare and fighter jets.
The sequel will be a reverse of the original, with Maverick returning as an instructor.
The film will also feature the adult son of Goose (Riot FKA Wrigley), who is also likely to clash with Maverick.
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Top Gun 2 soundtrack: What music will feature?
Kenny Loggins - Danger Zone (Video)
Composer Harold Faltermeyer has confirmed that he will return for the sequel, to bring back that sweet 1980s mood. Hans Zimmer has also worked on the score.
Kenny Loggins has also revealed that his classic tune from the original 'Danger Zone' will feature in the film.
Lady Gaga - Hold My Hand (From “Top Gun: Maverick”) [Official Audio]
Lady Gaga has provided a brand new song for the film. Here is the full soundtrack tracklist:
- Main Titles (You’ve Been Called Back to Top Gun)
- Danger Zone by Kenny Loggins
- Darkstar
- Great Balls of Fire (Live) by Miles Teller
- You’re Where You Belong / Give ‘Em Hell
- I Ain’t Worried by OneRepublic
- Dagger One is Hit / Time to Let Go
- Tally Two / What’s the Plan / F-14
- The Man, the Legend / Touchdown
- Penny Returns – Interlude
- Hold My Hand by Lady Gaga
- Top Gun Anthem
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Top Gun: What happened in the original film?
Top Gun (1986) Official Trailer - Tom Cruise Movie
If you haven't seen the original (where have you been!?), here's a brief synopsis. But spoilers ahead! Obviously.
Released in 1986 and directed by the late Tony Scott, the film focuses on The Top Gun Naval Fighter Weapons School, where the best of the best train to perfect their elite flying skills.
When hotshot fighter pilot Maverick (Cruise) arrives, his reckless attitude puts him at odds with the other pilots, particularly the cool and collected Iceman (Kilmer). Meanwhile, Maverick also competes for the attention of his beautiful flight instructor, Charlotte Blackwood (McGillis).
