Key Takeaways:
– Jerry Bruckheimer teases the possibility of a third installment in the Top Gun series.
– A script for Top Gun 3 is already in the works.
– The involvement of Tom Cruise hinges greatly on his busy film production schedule.
– Director Joseph Kosinski has a concept for the sequel that has already been endorsed by Cruise.
Rolling Out the Possibility of Top Gun 3
Barely a beat has passed since Top Gun: Maverick took our breath away, and we already have the potential for a third Top Gun movie to look forward to, featuring Tom Cruise's character – Maverick. After a hiatus of 36 years between the first and second installments, fans may not have to wait as long for a third film.
Producer Lights the Signal
Veteran producer, Jerry Bruckheimer, gave the heads up about the future of the franchise during the promotion of his latest film, Young Woman and the Sea. The producer has been pivotal to the success of the franchise, co-producing the first two Top Gun movies. He defined the potential sequel as “terrific”, stirring excitement in fans around the world.
The Screenplay Takes Flight
A script for the third installment of this much-adored franchise is already in the works. The 80-year-old producer revealed this development, with the goal to get Cruise and other actors back on board. The screenwriter of Top Gun: Maverick, Ehren Kruger, is set to write the next chapter in the franchise. The potential sequel could see the reuniting of Maverick's co-stars Miles Teller and Glen Powell.
Cruise's Return: A Matter of Time
Despite the buzz surrounding Top Gun 3, Bruckheimer cautions that the project is still in the early stages. He mentioned that there are hurdles to pass before the project takes off. One significant challenge is aligning with Cruise's packed film schedule. Bruckheimer emphasized to The Hollywood Reporter that timing for Top Gun 3 heavily leans on Cruise's availability.
Kosinski's Stamp of Approval
Top Gun 3 received another boost as director Joseph Kosinski has already developed an idea that Cruise sign-off on. In a recent interview with Screen Rant, Bruckheimer mentioned that Cruise greatly admires Kosinski's concept for the next sequel.
Next Steps for Maverick
Although the progress is promising, it may still take a while before Maverick returns to the skies in Top Gun 3. Cruise's calendar, which currently includes filming for Mission: Impossible 8, will dictate when the third installment commences production. Despite this, the team remains optimistic about the project. Waiting is part of the game, and if the screenplay appeals to Cruise, then Top Gun 3 could soon be soaring in cinemas.
Looking Ahead
With the smashing success of Top Gun: Maverick, expectations are high for the potential third installment. The sequel grossed over $1 billion in global revenue and garnered a 96% ‘certified fresh' rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Fans eagerly await what Top Gun 3 might have in store for them. Despite the long wait, it seems that Top Gun 3 is gradually taking shape. Supported by the star power of Tom Cruise and the creative brains behind the project, the sequel promises to be a spectacle. Meanwhile, you can stream Top Gun: Maverick on Paramount+.
