Top Gun: Maverick It was a smash at the box office, grossing $1.023 billion. It’s proof that people will still go to the theater if a movie is available; they’re willing to pay to watch it instead of looking for something to stream.
Top Gun Maybe a film from 30 years ago, but one that fans will pay to see, and because of its success Top Gun: Maverickand possibly other Tom Cruise A movie that needs a sequel.
Updated by David Caballero on June 30, 2023:
Tom Cruise is returning to the big screen in an upcoming film Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1 (July 12). The three-time Oscar nominee built a successful post-career with the hugely successful franchise, producing numerous sequels to one of his most iconic films.However, there are several other critically acclaimed films in his filmography that could be getting sequels, especially after last year’s record-breaking flick Top Gun: Maverick.
10 Dangerous Business (1983)
risky business it’s a movie Tom Cruise became a superstar of the ’80s and cemented his status as one of the most attractive personalities of the decade. The future movie star plays wealthy teen Joel Goodson, who explores his sexuality while his parents are on vacation and turns his home into a brothel.
tom cruise and Rebecca De MornayLana has great chemistry risky business. After nearly 40 years, it will be interesting for these two characters to meet again. What is Joel doing now? Has Lana been doing anything interesting lately?
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9 The Color of Money (1986)
color of money Is a Martin Scorsese Films that do not receive credit for other films such as good guy, taxi driveror The Departed Walker.many people don’t know this color of money is a sequel to a classic movie fraudalso starring the late iconic paul newman.
It would be interesting if Paul Newman and Tom Cruise were on screen again. However, it’s still great to revisit Cruise’s Vincent Lauria. Is he still as arrogant and domineering as he was when he was young, or has he matured? Is he alone, or is he now a mentor?
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8 Cocktail (1988)
someone who is often ridiculed and criticized cocktail This is one movie that Tom Cruise probably wishes he had forgotten. Although the film received a lot of hostility, it made a lot of money in its initial release and has some excellent mixed drink scenes.
cocktail This is a reboot movie that’s probably better than a sequel.actor maybe austin butler Playing Cruise’s character is Brian Flanagan. Still, a sequel could be a lot of fun. Is Brian Flanagan’s business a hit or a bust? Brian and Jordan’s (elizabeth sue) the marriage worked out, or are they now divorced?
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7 Rain Man (1988)
Barry Levinson1988 TV series rain Man cruise paired with oscar winner Dustin Hoffman. The plot follows Charlie, a carefree young man who reunites with his brother Raymond, an autistic academic, after the death of his father. rain Man The film was a huge box office success and won several Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Hoffman.
sequel rain Man It could be fun to explore, especially considering its bittersweet ending. Will Charlie and Raymond stay connected despite the challenges? However, any potential follow-up will be met with considerable criticism, as Hoffman is a neurotypical actor who will play a character with autism.
6 Jerry Maguire (1996)
Cruise had arguably the best performance of his career cameron crowe1996 Sports Romantic Comedy jerry maguire. The actor plays a sports agent who starts his own management business, only joined by young single mother Dorothy Boyd. Jerry, who has only one client to his name, falls in love with Dorothy as he tries to run his business.
jerry maguire is one of the best romantic comedies of all time. In his role as the sleek and dynamic Jerry Maguire, Cruise gives his most heartfelt and heartfelt performance, crafting an engaging and sympathetic character that audiences instantly fall in love with . A sequel would be ideal, allowing fans to see how Jerry’s business develops and how his relationship with Dorsey develops.
5 “Magnolia” (1999)
Paul Thomas Andersonof Magnolia Not to everyone’s liking; therefore, a sequel might not be a particularly good idea. But a movie about an aging Frank T.J. McKee could be compelling. Cruise shocked and won over audiences by playing the misogynistic character Frank TJ Mackie. He’s a charismatic jerk who uses his motivational speeches and products to teach desperate men how to get laid.
Kruse has career-best scores in Magnolia, it would be fun to revisit a character like TJ Mackey more than two decades later. Has he changed?Is he still an asshole, or is his encounter with his father a Magnolia change him?
4 Minority Report (2022)
cruise star steven spielberg2002 Science Fiction Action Thriller minority report. Set in the future, where police organizations can stop crimes with clairvoyance known as “seers,” the story centers on John Anderton, a man on the run after being accused of a crime he hasn’t yet committed .
A chilling film about the dangers of surveillance, minority report is one of Spielberg’s funniest and most thought-provoking works. A sequel could explore the fate of the prisoners freed at the end of the film while telling the story of the Seer.cruise ship and Samantha Morton Will return, preferably with Spielberg involved.
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3 Tropic Thunder (2008)
ben stiller In 2008 directed and starred in war comedy tropical thunder. The plot revolves around a group of arrogant actors making a war movie, unaware they’ve been caught in a real war. Cruise plays scene-stealing supporting role Les Grossman, the film’s crass producer.
tropical thunder is one of the best war comedies of the 21st century. Cruise’s over-the-top, profane performance as Les Grossman becomes one of the most memorable parts of the film. A Grossman-themed sequel would allow Cruise to flex his comedic muscles with yet another scathing satire on Hollywood.
2 The Knight and the Day (2010)
opposite cruise star Cameron Diaz exist James Mangoldromantic action thriller knight and day. The story revolves around the eccentric Joan Havens, who becomes accidentally embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy after meeting the charming Roy Miller at the airport en route to her sister’s wedding.
Benefiting from the electrochemistry of Crews and Diaz, knight and day Cleverly mixes romance with action and humor. A sequel will continue Joan and Roy’s story, perhaps showing them on another globe-trotting mission together. Audiences hardly need a reason to see these two movie stars together, especially when they kick the bad guy’s ass!
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1 Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
Doug LimanAmbitious and Brainstorming Science Fiction edge of tomorrow star cruise and Emily Blunt. The plot follows Major William Cage, a public relations officer with no combat experience, who finds himself stuck in a time loop after being sent into battle during a violent alien invasion.
Cruise and Blunt are a perfect combination, and the actor delivers one of his most surprisingly vulnerable performances. The film ends with a decisive victory for humanity. However, edge of tomorrowThe heavy plot leaves multiple possibilities open, and crafting a sequel would be an easy and rewarding task.
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