Tom Cruise has thrilled fans by sparking nostalgia with an exciting new announcement about his Top Gun franchise.

On Monday, April 20, the 63-year-old actor took to his Instagram handle to reveal that the blockbuster series will return to theaters for one week only.

Cruise posted two slides showcasing posters from Top Gun (1986) and its sequel, Top Gun: Maverick (2022).

"Two films. One big screen. Back in theatres, May 13th, for one week only," he captioned the post.

Fans’ reactions

Shortly after the announcement, fans flooded the comments section, expressing their excitement.

"Took my breath away… still thinking about it," one fan wrote.

Another added, "I can’t wait to see these classics again in theaters."

"On the 13th, seated," a third fan commented, while another shared, "The first one is my favorite movie of all time. It gives me nostalgia and mixed emotions."

A look back at the Top Gun franchise

Top Gun is a 1986 American action drama film starring Cruise alongside Val Kilmer, Kelly McGillis, Tom Skerritt, and Anthony Edwards.

Meanwhile, Top Gun: Maverick serves as the sequel, with Cruise reprising his role as naval aviator Pete “Maverick” Mitchell.

What’s next for the Top Gun franchise?

The announcement comes after it was revealed at CinemaCon 2026 that Top Gun 3 is officially in development at Paramount, with Cruise set to return. Further details have yet to be disclosed.