Tom Cruise and Christopher McQuarrie Tease Next Installment of the Iconic Franchise
Maverick might be soaring back to the silver screen much sooner than anticipated. With recent comments from Tom Cruise hinting at the future of the "Top Gun" franchise, Christopher McQuarrie, who co-wrote and produced the blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick," disclosed on the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast that the upcoming film is "already in the bag."
"I already know what it is. It wasn’t hard," McQuarrie stated during the podcast. His confidence suggests that the creative team has a solid direction for the sequel. McQuarrie elaborated that after hearing a pitch from Ehren Kruger, another writer on the previous film, the ideas came together surprisingly quickly. "The framework is there, so it’s not hard to crack," he noted, indicating a streamlined writing process.
Earlier this month, Cruise, during an appearance on the Australian "Today" show, shared his enthusiasm for the continuation of the franchise. "Yeah, we’re thinking and talking about many different stories and what could we do and what’s possible," said the 62-year-old actor. He humorously commented on the time it took to develop "Top Gun: Maverick," stating, "It took me 35 years to figure out 'Top Gun: Maverick,'" which emphasizes the deep consideration and effort that goes into crafting these stories.
Besides "Top Gun 3," Cruise revealed he is busy with numerous other projects, including a collaboration with acclaimed director Alejandro Iñárritu and several other films with McQuarrie. "There are numerous other films that we’re actively working on right now. I’m always shooting a film, prepping a film, posting a film," he explained, showcasing his relentless work ethic.
The successful release of "Top Gun: Maverick" in 2022 marked Cruise’s much-anticipated return to the role of Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a character he first portrayed in 1986. The sequel not only introduced new TOPGUN pilots, but also brought back Val Kilmer as Tom "Iceman" Kazansky, adding an emotional layer that resonated with fans.
As the excitement builds around "Top Gun 3," it's worth noting that Cruise declared his intention to continue making films for at least another 40 years. "I’m going to make them into my 100s," he asserted at the premiere of "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning." Cruise remains enthusiastic about diversifying his film projects, stating, "I will never stop doing action, I will never stop doing drama, comedy films – I’m excited."
In addition to his professional endeavors, recent rumors have emerged linking Cruise romantically to actress Ana de Armas. Insiders claim he is “super smitten” with her, although there are differing reports about the nature of their relationship, as some sources maintain they are merely friends. De Armas herself confirmed during an interview that she and Cruise, alongside McQuarrie, are currently collaborating on multiple projects.
As the franchise gears up for its next chapter, audiences can look forward to more exhilarating aerial combat and dramatic storytelling, solidifying "Top Gun's" status as a cultural phenomenon.
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