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There are very few films that have quite captured the excitement involved in aviation as the Top Gun film franchise. Since its iconic release in the 80s up to the soon-to-be-released, Top Gun 3, the films have kept audiences excited with its range of spectacular stunts and aerial maneuvers. With that in mind, this article will take a look at the first two movies with an eye on the upcoming release.

The Impact of the Original Top Gun

The original Top Gun was released in 1986 and directed by Tony Scott, and starred one of the biggest stars Hollywood has ever seen in a young Tom Cruise. The film became an instant cult favorite and, due to its amazing aerial combat scenes, sparked the interest of a generation in aviation.

Of the most curious things to happen after its release is that the movie boosted the U.S. Navy’s recruitment. The movie offered a glimpse into the training that hopefuls go through to join the Navy which attracted people. These days we can still see a certain fascination in aviation. For one in the entertainment industry, and specifically the iGaming sector, online gaming companies offer gamers the chance to bet on the Aviator slot game, which includes placing bets as a plane takes off. Meanwhile, away from entertainment industry, plane spotting continues to be a fascination for many, with some YouTube channels even documenting take-off and landing and giving the pastime a wider audience.

The Continuation of a Legacy

After more than three decades away, ‘Maverick’ returned to cinemas in 2022. This time, the movie was directed by Joseph Kosinski and promised even bigger stunts than audiences had already been used to. This time, a new generation of pilots was being trained by the ‘old head’ Maverick, passing his experience and wisdom down to the newbies.

It goes without saying that advances in technology in the intervening years made this film even more breathtaking than its prequel. Audiences were treated to a movie that explored various themes like legacy and loss as well as the passing of time, interspersed among larger and more daring stunts than seen before.

A Third Installment

Fans who thought Maverick might be the end of the franchise need not have worried, as Top Gun 3 is coming in 2025. Paramount Pictures have released trailers and tease another excellent Tom Cruise performance. Although no details of the plot have been released, fans can only wait and hope that aerial combat to match the previous two movies will wow them and maybe even inspire a new generation of Top Gun fans.

The influence of Top Gun extends far beyond the realm of cinema and has had an effect on pop culture unlike any other movie. The movie’s soundtrack for one featured the instantly recognizable hit Danger Zone by Kenny Loggins, while Tom Cruise’s stunts have become the stuff of legend. As the world eagerly awaits the next installment in 2025, Top Gun’s legacy in the world of movie and aviation has already been cemented.

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