The highly-anticipated follow-up to the box office phenomenon, “Top Gun”, took several decades to materialize, with numerous writers attempting to craft the script that would become “Top Gun 2”. Eventually, five individuals were acknowledged for their work on “Top Gun: Maverick”, but it’s now been revealed which one of them devised the character of Goose’s son, portrayed by Miles Teller.
From the outset, Peter Craig played a significant role in the development of the “Maverick” narrative, and he even earned an Oscar nomination for co-writing the screenplay for “Top Gun: Maverick.” In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Craig praised the collaborative nature of creating the movie. He, along with four other writers, contributed to the final script. However, Craig claims responsibility for the film’s central concept – the idea of Goose’s son, which he presented to Tom Cruise. Craig stated…
The process was engaging since it allowed us writers to form friendships. Throughout, many of us were in constant communication, with Cruise, Joe [Kosinski], and [Christopher] McQuarrie serving as the backbone. Interestingly, McQuarrie acted as the circulatory system for all of us, ensuring ideas flowed among us. There was a lot of idea exchange happening between us, and my initial concept for Goose’s son was what I pitched to Tom, which he found appealing. I can’t overstate Tom’s level of involvement, his grasp of audience expectations, and his ability to determine how long to dwell on certain aspects and when to move quickly to the next.
The success of Top Gun: Maverick as a blockbuster can be attributed to its stunning live-action flying scenes, but it is the character tension between Tom Cruise‘s Maverick and Miles Teller’s Rooster that truly drives the film’s emotional narrative. Their personal struggles form the core of the storyline.
Peter Craig acknowledges his role in the idea’s conception, but he also extends recognition to Tom Cruise and co-writer Christopher McQuarrie, whom he considers as the project’s de facto team managers. Their effective leadership facilitated a harmonious collaboration among the writing team, resulting in a robust narrative for the film Top Gun: Maverick. Not all contributors to a script receive credit, and Craig acknowledges that others also deserve some recognition for their contributions towards making the movie as successful as it was. Craig went on…
I found myself marveling at a well-oiled machine, where every member worked harmoniously towards a shared goal. This cohesion stemmed from exceptional leadership that permeated throughout the ranks. Each individual, like a precise cog in a mechanism, flawlessly executed their role at the perfect moment. I believe no less than a dozen individuals deserve recognition for this seamless collaboration.
Many individuals might be given some acknowledgment, but without a doubt, Peter Craig should receive considerable recognition if it was his concept for Goose’s son. This creative decision skillfully links the two films in a manner that feels coherent, and it likely fosters a connection that will prove beneficial when it comes to the development of Top Gun 3.
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2025-03-12 00:37