Top Gun 3 confirmed Twisters star Glen Powell spills beans

Glen Powell, co-star of the upcoming film "Twisters," recently hinted that "Top Gun 3" could be happening sooner than expected. Powell played a significant role in "Top Gun: Maverick," which was a massive hit, earning almost $1.5 billion globally and achieving a 96% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Both Paramount Pictures and Skydance seem eager to keep the franchise alive, despite initial scheduling conflicts with Tom Cruise. Powell mentioned on the podcast "Happy Sad Confused" that he has a date set for his return, signaling that pre-production may be accelerating. Producer Jerry Bruckheimer also added that exciting announcements are forthcoming. Although a script is still in the works, the studios are preparing to move quickly once they have a satisfactory draft. Expectations are high for "Top Gun 3," with younger characters like Miles Teller and Powell likely taking on more significant roles.

While an official start date for production hasn't been confirmed, Glen Powell's recent comments suggest that it could begin sooner than anticipated. Pre-production activities appear to be ramping up, with excitement building around forthcoming announcements, despite the ongoing development of the script.

"Top Gun: Maverick" was a sequel to the 1986 classic "Top Gun," both starring Tom Cruise as Pete "Maverick" Mitchell. The 2022 sequel highlighted Maverick's return to the Navy's elite fighter school, teaching a new generation of pilots. The film's stunning aerial sequences and compelling narrative helped it become one of the highest-grossing films of the post-pandemic era, solidifying the franchise's enduring appeal.