After being such a hit in 1986,Top Gungained a massive following.
Almost three decades later, the love for this movie has grown even stronger.
He has his wingman, Goose (Edwards)who is his only family.
Together, they shareone of the best on-screen bromances.
Iceman
If anyone could counter the star power of Cruise in the 80s, it isVal Kilmer.
Iceman was cool as ice in the air, really calculated every move, and went by the book.
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InTop Gun: Mavericktheir characters became very close friends andshared some emotional scenesin the sequel.
The development of both of their characters individually and together made for an interesting new dynamic.
Goose was fun when he needed to be, but also a bit reserved when it came to flying.
He is the one who grounded Maverick throughout the first film.
Maverick’s connection with Goose is what carried the first movie and is what madeTop Gun: Maverickso emotional.
And Bradley ‘Rooster’ Bradshaw (Teller) is one of the best pilots in the franchise.
Apart from being Goose’s son, Rooster really came into his own in this movie.
Hangman will become a fan-favorite because of the growth he has in this film.
She lets her flying do the talking and Maverick takes notice during the flight practices.
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McGillisandCruise ended up having great chemistry, essentially making the teacher/student relationship something fun to watch throughout the movie.
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