Top Gun: Maverick, starring Tom Cruise, was released in theatres worldwide on May 27.
In early reviews, fans are applauding the sequel to 1986’s blockbuster Top Gun, with many calling it “one of the finest action pictures of the year.”
Crusie, who reprised his role as Lt. Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell in the sequel, wrote a message for his fans on Twitter before of the film’s release.
The 59-year-old star tweeted, “36 years after the first film, Top Gun: Maverick is finally here. We made it for the big screen. And we made it for you, the fans. I hope you enjoy the ride this weekend.”
Directed by Joseph Kosinski, the Top Gun: Maverick film also stars Jon Hamm, Jennifer Connelly, Miles Teller, Glen Powell, Monica Barbaro, Greg Tarzan Davis, and Jay Ellis in pivotal roles.
Connelly will be seen essaying the role of Penny Benjamin, Maverick’s new love interest in the actioner.
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