Tom Cruise teases possible sequels to ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Days of Thunder’

During a recent promotional interview for Mission: Impossible 8 on the Today Show Australia, Tom Cruise revealed that he and his team are currently working on potential sequels to two of his iconic films Top Gun: Maverick (2022) and the 1990 racing drama Days of Thunder. This revelation has sparked anticipation among fans eager for more dynamic action from the Hollywood superstar.

“We’re thinking and we’re talking about many different stories, and thinking about what we could do and what's possible,” Cruise said. “It took me 35 years to get Top Gun: Maverick right, so now we’re exploring and discussing ideas for both Days of Thunder and Top Gun,” he further shared.

This news has fans over the moon, with many expressing excitement in the interview’s comment section. Online discussions have quickly gained traction, particularly on Reddit, where one user commented, “Seriously the ONLY sequel I would wait in a line to see.” The buzz suggests strong anticipation for Cruise’s potential return with these sequels.

Cruise’s work ethic is also to be noted, as he mentioned there’s rarely a moment he isn’t involved in a film. “I’m always shooting a film, prepping a film, or posting a film,” he shared. In addition to the sequel discussions, Cruise is involved in several upcoming projects. He is set to star in an upcoming film directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, known for his Oscar-winning work on The Revenant. While details remain under wraps, the film is scheduled to release on October 2, 2026.

Tom Cruise also has his sights set far beyond Earth—literally. He’s planning an action movie set in outer space with director Doug Liman. The pair, who previously teamed up on Edge of Tomorrow (2014) and American Made (2020), are working on this space-based action movie with Universal Pictures.

As discussions continue, fans eagerly await further announcements regarding casting, directors, and release dates for the potential sequels.

While details are still coming together, the idea of returning to the skies of Top Gun and the fast-paced world of Days of Thunder gives fans an exciting peek at what might be next for one of Hollywood’s most iconic action stars.

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