Tom Cruise is preparing for the next Top Gun story and after the great success of Top Gun MaverickExpectations are naturally very high.
The latter film did more than entertain: it brought people back to theaters at a time when the industry was struggling and also provided a strong, emotional story along with the action.
Therefore, the next film is expected to take the story forward in a meaningful way, not simply repeat the same formula.
Work on the script has already begun, but everything is being handled carefully as the 63-year-old Hollywood icon has always been passionate about this work.
Cruise has said before that it took years to find the right story for the previous film, so the same level of effort is being put into this one.
However, the story will likely continue to explore Maverick’s role as a mentor, especially after his connection with Rooster in the last film.
There is also hope that actors like Miles Teller and Glen Powell will return, as they became a key part of the new story.
Another important thing is the style of the film, with the Tom Cruise star preferring actual flying scenes rather than heavy visual effects, which is expected to continue.
The film is still a few years away, but the focus is clearly on building something that lives up to the impact of the last film.
