https://www.cnet.com/news/tom-cruise-back-in-the-pilots-seat-as-top-gun-sequel-begins/ > The Cruiser posted a picture of himself in front of a fighter jet with the slogan "Feel the need", harking back to the 1986 smash hit movie's motto about US Navy fighter fighter pilots and their need for speed. > Oblivion director Joseph Kosinski will direct the sequel, in which Cruise's character Maverick is now a navy flying instructor. Top Gun: Maverick is due for release in July 2019.