Culture news “It’ll be him” Top Gun 3 isn’t ready to be released and it’s Tom Cruise’s fault
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As fans prepare to find Lieutenant Maverick and his team in a new adventure in the Top Gun saga, big challenges seem to await the production team. Delays are expected, and Tom Cruise is the cause. It is simply impossible for the producer to deprive himself of his star star even if it means postponing filming.
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Since the official announcement of the Top Gun 3 project, fans of the iconic 80s film have been eagerly awaiting the return of the intrepid fighter pilots to the big screen. With Jerry Bruckheimer at the helm of the project, excitement is building for this highly anticipated sequel. Indeed, Top Gun: Maverick, rated 96% on RottenTomatoeshad achieved the feat of offering a long-delayed sequel, which managed to surpass its predecessor. However, unexpected challenges arose, causing delays in the production of a new sequel and raising questions about its future.
Tom Cruise is a challenge for production
Tom Cruise, who plays the legendary Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, is at the heart of these production delays. Currently involved in Mission Impossible 8 which is expected to be released by 2025, the actor is juggling competing professional commitments, delaying the actual start of Top Gun 3. The need to secure his presence in the film, being a key part of the franchise's DNA, also added additional pressure on the planning and making of the long-awaited sequel. In addition, Jerry Bruckheimer confirms that he does not see anyone other than himself to play the main character:
It will be him. Tom is incredible. We spent time with him. We have a story and we develop it. But you never know when you'll be able to start the machine because Tom is very busy. -Jerry Bruckheimer
Outlook for Top Gun 3
Despite the obstacles encountered, early indications suggest that Top Gun 3 promises to be a stunning cinematic experience. With the confirmed return of Tom Cruise in the iconic role of Maverick, as well as the potential involvement of other members of the original team, the foundations are being laid for a spectacular reunion of the fighter pilots! The community was very reactive regarding its announcements proposing on social networks what the title of the new episode could be as well as its scenario: “Top Gun 3 Phantom: Duke Mitchell”, “Top Gun 3: Galactic Aviator”… However, the plot of the film is currently only being written by “Maverick” co-writer Ehren Kruger. It could focus on a battle between man and machine, providing a fascinating exploration of contemporary challenges faced by modern fighter pilots. While production on Top Gun 3 is still in its early stages, fans remain eager to discover how this timeless saga will evolve in the realm of heaven.
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