Added to Paramount+ on Tuesday, Feb 13, 2024 More than three decades after the events of the first movie, “Top Gun: Maverick” finds Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell serving as one of the Navy’s top aviators. He has avoided advancement in rank to continue flying. When he is tasked with training a group of Top Gun graduates for a specialized mission, Maverick encounters Lt. Bradley Bradshaw, call sign “Rooster,” the son of Maverick’s late friend and Radar Intercept Officer Lt. Nick Bradshaw, known as “Goose.” Confronting his past and forming new alliances, Maverick must navigate through his deepest fears and culminate the mission with the ultimate sacrifice from those chosen to fly it. The plot intricately weaves elements of courage, sacrifice, and the inevitable passage of time, exploring the themes of mentorship, friendship, and the cost of service.
Length: 2h 11m
Genre: Action, Drama
This Title is: Exciting, Heartfelt, Nostalgic
Top Gun: Maverick is New on Paramount+ in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Tom Cruise as Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell
- Miles Teller as Lieutenant Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw
- Jennifer Connelly as Penny Benjamin
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13
Content includes intense action sequences, some language, and thematic elements.
Trivia
- The film’s release was delayed multiple times due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Tom Cruise insisted that the flight sequences be as realistic as possible, with the actors undergoing extensive flight training.
- The movie pays tribute to the original “Top Gun” with numerous callbacks and Easter eggs, including the iconic motorcycle scene and volleyball game.
Our Review
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“Top Gun: Maverick” soars beyond expectations, delivering a thrilling blend of nostalgia and new-age cinema. Critics and fans alike praise its gripping storyline, breathtaking aerial sequences, and solid performances, particularly Tom Cruise’s iconic return as Maverick. The film masterfully balances action-packed scenes with emotional depth, exploring themes of legacy, loss, and redemption. However, some critique the movie for its predictable plot and heavy reliance on nostalgia. Despite this, the consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with the movie’s technical achievements in filming realistic flight sequences standing out as a monumental accomplishment. “Top Gun: Maverick” is a must-watch that pays homage to its roots while charting its own course in cinematic history.
Critic Scores
Top Gun: Maverick has received a great review by the critics.
