16 Insane, Lesser-Known Facts About the Top Gun Movies That Made the Franchise Legendary!

There are good films, and then there are those that end up becoming era-defining classics, remembered after decades for their quality. There will be no point in guessing which category Top Gun belongs to, because it didn't become the highest-grossing film of its time for nothing! Full of action, drama, emotion and plenty of style, this film was undoubtedly one of the finest and most iconic military films in history. Tom Cruise as Navy pilot Maverick has become a beloved character and synonymous with patriotism.
Since then, generation after generation has watched the film and the adrenaline-pumping action has never gotten old. Neither does Tom Cruise – because he just doesn't age and, finally, fans' long waiting period is about to end. Top Gun: Maverick is set to hit theaters soon, and the unforgettable 1986 hit returns in a new avatar. In this video, we show you everything you may have missed, and everything that goes on behind the scenes that makes watching movies more fun! We also have some updates on the upcoming movie, so don't go anywhere and sit tight while the fastest jets fly past the screen!
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0:00 Introduction
2:09 A magazine article was the real inspiration
2:59 Tom Cruise's biggest motivation was to drive an F14
4:22 Tragic accident leaves stunt pilot dead
5:32 Top Gun is a real flight school
6:31 Top Gun had the absolute support of the US government and the Navy
8:24 Technical inaccuracies still exist
9:51 Director Tony Scott was Controversy's favorite child
10:53 All about the soundtrack
11:41 Test audience wanted more romance
12:38 Flying fighter jets is not child's play
13:58 Kelly McGillis' character was based on a real woman
15:02 The beef between Val Kilmer and Tom Cruise
16:08 How Tom Cruise saved Ray-Ban!
17:13 Tarantino's infamous monologue
6:20 p.m. Top Gun: Maverick – After 35 years
19:51 Top Gun: Maverick – Steal the show with practical effects!