
Top Gun(1986)
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Overview
For Lieutenant Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell and his friend and co-pilot Nick 'Goose' Bradshaw, being accepted into an elite training school for fighter pilots is a dream come true. But a tragedy, as well as personal demons, will threaten Pete's dreams of becoming an ace pilot.
Director
Tony Scott
Studio
Paramount Pictures
Budget
$15M
Revenue
$357M
Cast

Tom Cruise
as Maverick

Kelly McGillis
as Charlie

Val Kilmer
as Ice

Anthony Edwards
as Goose

Tom Skerritt
as Viper

Michael Ironside
as Jester

John Stockwell
as Cougar

Barry Tubb
as Wolfman

Rick Rossovich
as Slider

Tim Robbins
as Merlin

Clarence Gilyard Jr.
as Sundown

Whip Hubley
as Hollywood
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1986
Runtime
1h 50m
Language
English
Rating
7.1 / 10
Budget
$15M
Box Office
$357M
Production Companies
Paramount Pictures • Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Top Gun?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Top Gun (1986).
What is Top Gun about?▼
For Lieutenant Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell and his friend and co-pilot Nick 'Goose' Bradshaw, being accepted into an elite training school for fighter pilots is a dream come true. But a tragedy, as well as personal demons, will threaten Pete's dreams of becoming an ace pilot.
Who directed Top Gun?▼
Top Gun was directed by Tony Scott and released in 1986. It is a action, drama, romance film.
How long is Top Gun?▼
Top Gun has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
Who stars in Top Gun?▼
The cast of Top Gun includes Tom Cruise as Maverick, Kelly McGillis as Charlie, Val Kilmer as Ice, Anthony Edwards as Goose, Tom Skerritt as Viper and more.
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