The Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis

Top Gun

May 11, 2026·30 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

This week Leonard and Guy felt the need for speed, so what better way to find such thrills than by revisiting Tony Scott's 1986 classic Top Gun?To celebrate the film's 40th anniversary, we delve into what made it so appealing to audiences, from the casting, the mind-blowing action sequences, to Kenny Loggin's smash-hit Dangerzone. A perfect recipe for success.Leonard and Guy then discuss the film's sequel Top Gun: Maverick, and why they believe it to be even better than the original.Plus, they pay tribute to the late (and great), James Tolkan.Support the show on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE REVIEWS at patreon.com/themovieguideListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/3Z9Ua2LListen on Apple - bit.ly/3AwKIhDOfficial Website - themovieguidepodcast.comPurchase Leonard's new book "Every Movie Is A Miracle" at amazon.com.au/Every-Movie-Miracle-Leonard-Maltin/dp/B0FGLT3NNPOrder Leonard and Jessie's new cookbook "Family Movie Night Menus" at amazon.com.au/Family-Movie-Night-MenusCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Four Finger Discount (Simpsons) - fourfingerdiscount.com.auGoin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-Talking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-movie-guide-with-maltin-davis--6378803/support.

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