Top Gun 3 to Be Maverick’s Final Arc

Director Joseph Kosinski has confirmed that Top Gun 3 is in development, with Tom Cruise returning as Captain Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell for what is positioned as his final arc. The plot will focus on an existential crisis for Maverick, marking a more introspective and emotionally resonant chapter. Ehren Kruger, co-writer of Top Gun: Maverick, is writing the screenplay, and the studio will only proceed if the story is deemed strong enough. The film will continue the torch-passing theme from the previous installment, with Miles Teller and Glen Powell expected to reprise their roles. No official release date has been set, but speculation suggests a possible premiere in 2028 or 2029. Fans are anticipating a dramatic and conclusive sendoff for Maverick.