Tom Cruise, the king of legacy sequels, may be gearing up for another blast from the past. The actor is reportedly in early talks to star in a sequel to his 1990 NASCAR drama, “Days of Thunder.”
This news comes on the heels of Cruise’s massive success with “Top Gun: Maverick,” which reignited the franchise after decades. Now, it seems, he’s considering a return to the racetrack, where he first played the role of Cole Trickle, a young and ambitious driver.
While the project is still in its early stages, with no writers or directors attached, the prospect of a “Days of Thunder” sequel is sure to excite fans of the original film. However, given Cruise’s busy schedule, which includes upcoming installments in the “Mission: Impossible” franchise, a new film with Alejandro González Iñárritu, and a potential “Top Gun: Maverick” sequel, it may be some time before this project comes to fruition.
“Days of Thunder,” while not one of Cruise’s biggest box office hits, has gained a cult following over the years. Its portrayal of the high-octane world of NASCAR racing, combined with Cruise’s star power and a memorable soundtrack, has solidified its place in pop culture.
The recent success of racing films like “Ford v Ferrari” and “Rush” may have also contributed to renewed interest in the genre, making a “Days of Thunder” sequel a timely and potentially lucrative venture.
If the sequel does move forward, it’s safe to assume that Cruise, known for his dedication to performing his own stunts, will deliver even more impressive and daring action sequences than in the original film.
While a “Days of Thunder” sequel is far from a certainty, the possibility of Cruise returning to the role that helped solidify his action star status is an exciting prospect for fans of the original and racing enthusiasts alike.
