Tom Cruise Continues to Soar with Top Gun 3 in Development at Paramount
By Alex Patel
Published January 12, 2024
Despite recently signing a non-exclusive deal with Warner Bros, Tom Cruise's collaboration with Paramount seems to be far from over. Reports have surfaced indicating that Top Gun 3 is currently in the works at Paramount, with Ehren Kruger, co-writer of Top Gun: Maverick, penning the initial draft.
Reunion and Future Projects
The potential project is expected to bring together Cruise with Top Gun: Maverick co-stars Miles Teller and Glen Powell, along with producers Jerry Bruckheimer and David Ellison. Joe Kosinski, the director of Top Gun: Maverick, is reportedly being considered for either directing or producing the new installment. Even with the ongoing developments at Warner Bros, Cruise's schedule with Paramount remains packed, as he is currently filming Mission: Impossible 8. Additionally, a space-themed film with NASA, directed by Doug Liman, is in the works at Universal.
Implications and Achievements
The news of Top Gun 3 comes amidst speculation that it could potentially be Cruise's next major project following Mission: Impossible 8. The success of Top Gun: Maverick, which grossed $1.49 billion and received critical acclaim, has solidified Cruise's standing in the industry. The film not only won an Oscar for Best Sound but also garnered six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.
Insights into Paramount's Involvement
Notably, David Ellison's Skydance, which is currently vying to acquire National Amusements through an all-cash bid, played a significant role in the production of Top Gun: Maverick. Skydance, backed by Larry Ellison, co-financed the film and shared in substantial profits from its success. Paramount's response to these recent developments has yet to be disclosed.
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