Miles Telleris taking to the sky.
In the original film, Goose dies in an accident and Maverick (Cruise) blames himself for the death.
Prior to Goose’s tragic death, the pilot and Maverick were the ultimate dynamic duo known for their catchphrase, “I feel the need… the need for speed.”
Other actors considered for the role wereHidden Figures’ Glen Powell andX-Men’s Nicholas Hoult, according toVariety.
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Powell hilariously shared his reaction to the news on Twitter, writing, “I’m taking down all theTom Cruiseposters in my bedroom. Maybe, I’ll leave one. Two for symmetry. Okay, the posters are staying.”
Val Kilmer is expected to return for his role as Tom “Iceman” Kazansky, Maverick’s rival, the outlet reports.
Filming for the movie is already underway, with a release date of July 12, 2019,according toDeadline.
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In May,Cruise, 56, shared the first photo from the set ofTop Gun: Maverick. In the teaser image — posted to Cruise’s social media on “#Day1” of production for the 2019 release — the action star posed as his United States Naval Aviator Lieutenant character, aviators and all. Decked in his aviation gear and holding his helmet, Cruise gazed across the tarmac at a F-14 Tomcat (Maverick’s plane of choice in the original film).
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Cruise labeled the picture “FEEL THE NEED,” referencing Maverick and Goose’s iconic quote.
According toVariety,Cruise’s character will now be an instructor, with the film exploring “a world of drone technology, fifth-generation fighters and the end of the era of dog-fighting.”
source: people.com
