Top Gun: Maverick (2022) - Maverick & Iceman Scene | Movieclips

[@Quball87]

This is how you show RESPECT and HONOR for legacy characters and their relationships. Beautiful scene.

[@Gundam4]

Too bad Star Wars and Star Trek fail to recognize

[@christophermunoz2004]

@@Gundam4 and lord of the rings.

[@adr5389]

go tell Lana Wachowsky that

[@ahmadhakim535]

@@christophermunoz2004 and marvel

[@anchorpoint3631]

@@adr5389 lol

[@trinaq]

I'm so glad that they were able to get Val Kilmer back as Iceman, and incorporated his real life illness into the script. Such an emotional scene.

[@V1itt0o]

I’m glad they didn’t tried to hide his sickness and make him look better. This is what it is. It can happen to the best. He still had a big impact on Maverick and played his part

[@AlbertaTrailCams]

And what better way to finish his story than to make him a HIGHLY respected Admiral. Everyone refers to him with such reverence. And Maverick has him in his contacts as "Ice" doesn't get more personal

[@masonorosco1090]

They couldn't have written in his real condition into the movie any better.

[@ghostland8646]

Tom cruise look younger than Val … wtf

[@titan_fx]

@@ghostland8646 Yeah, original top gun was like 40 years ago and man barely ages. Looks like joining scientology protects you from aging 🤣 Jk. He might took plastic surgery to keep his youthful appearance.

[@clydebalcom3679]

It's good seeing Val Kilmer again. He's been through hell, but he's still kicking. I got a boatload of respect for him.

[@chrisstrijbosch9318]

because he is the ice man a stond cold warrior deep respect for 2 hollywood legends

[@chrisstrijbosch9318]

@@uniauther13 thanks

[@adonian]

@@chrisstrijbosch9318 and I LIKED his Batman. I don’t care what anyone else says.

[@timothyq.5070]

@@adonian amen!! Even Bob Kane, God rest his soul, said Kilmer was his favorite interpretation of Batman and Bruce Wayne. He gave it his all

[@adonian]

@@timothyq.5070 if Bob Kane gave him his seal of approval, then he WAS Batman.

[@katwalker8]

At the end of the scene, when Val asks, “Who’s the better pilot? You or me?”, you can see in his face Iceman, young, confident, and in all his glory. Thank you, Val, for bringing such a terrific character full circle. You are an incredible actor❤

[@pepsiguy52883]

I always thought ice was the better pilot. Mav was the better dog fighter but ice faced down 6 migs solo before mav showed up to help him. That’s damn great flying

[@gcHK47]

Also, did you notice the Top Gun Trophy on the wall behind Maverick? Ice was always better.

[@เฟดเฟ่สายเบริน์]

Damn you

[@semperaugustus661]

Comparing Ice and Mav as pilots is pointless IMO. It is like comparing a classical musician and a jazz musician. They are two different skillsets. Both were the best at what they did.

[@gcHK47]

@@semperaugustus661 Wrong. Ice and Mav were (metaphorically) playing the exact same music. In that sense, it is reasonable to wonder which between the two is the more skilled.

[@joshrabatin]

The fact that they brought back Val Kilmer acknowledging and appreciating his chemotherapy and two tracheotomies through his lengthy battle with cancer is such a respectful gesture beyond the realm of acting that is heartbreaking and wholesome at the same time

[@tungsten8290]

thank you for this comment. I was wondering what the background was to the character's health condition.

[@cubdukat]

If he hadn't come back, this movie never would have happened. Tom Cruise more or less said that if Val was out, so was he. If I remember right, this was the first time Val had actually spoken since his surgeries.

[@texasrockshillcountry6574]

So true. Years from now people will not appreciate the harsh reality, but a wonderful scene in spite of it!

[@hibbidyjibbidyy]

akso, willow was awesome

[@hibbidyjibbidyy]

peck peck peck ...peck!

[@jimbo6413]

By far and away my favorite scene in the movie. Two guys who in their uber-competitive youth looked and felt indestructible are facing the inexorable reality of time, now well aware of both their weaknesses and mortality. Despite that, they're still able to draw on their mutual professional respect and genuine friendship. It's really a beautiful ode to the inevitability of growing old.

[@dermothealy772]

Well put Jimbo.

[@bramantyoprahoro7284]

Exactly my point, Jimbo. Both of them look vulnerable as time goes by.

[@jimsmith9853]

Father Time is undefeated

[@bramantyoprahoro7284]

@@jimsmith9853 It turns once arrogant young Iceman into old, wise and mature ones.

[@RPM-wd9rb]

How many drafts did it take to finally arrive with that comment ? Tell the truth . .

[@leehalvorson2133]

Without this scene, this movie doesn't work. This is the heart of the film. Learning to let go and giving part of yourself to the younger generation. To teach them and to guide them. To continue the legacy of Top Gun.

[@MPDLR]

Fan since the 80's ...and I'll admit this without being embarrassed. It does my heart so much good to know that Maverick and Iceman became brothers. really, I mean it.

[@Garrysullivanjones]

It’s willow and legend in the same scene dudes

[@Garrysullivanjones]

@@cuchulain1647 ok

[@josuemelena1478]

It’s a movie relax

[@Garrysullivanjones]

@@josuemelena1478 yes popcorn soda and Mary Jane

[@MPDLR]

@@josuemelena1478 No need to relax for me - I love it! It excites me, tears me up, entertains me. As far as reality - yeah, they've gone a great job with the place. Here's to the smart folk.

[@maryhales4595]

I teared up in the theater when Val Kilmer started speaking. What a wonderful scene, and a thoughtful way to incorporate Kilmer's real-life illnesses into the script.

[@joeslouie489]

I was just watching it at home when they happened and i was so shocked.

[@sirmount2636]

Loved it

[@PeteMcCorvey]

It wasn't him. It was digitally altered.

[@phillipmurphy4964]

Think it was done with his son voice etc

[@rawr8744]

​@@PeteMcCorvey AI

[@dragonfly6908]

When they say goodbye with a hug you can feel it.

[@frankrizzo4460]

Yes I totally agree with you very heart felt moment. What an absolutely incredible movie.

[@nathangallegos9304]

I didn’t feel it Hated top gun

[@dragonfly6908]

@@nathangallegos9304 I am not surprised.

[@SolCresta3405]

Klonoa 2: Lunatea's Veil is a perfect example of that... It's literally one of the *ONLY* video games that made me cry.

[@ashleywilliams1060]

"It's time to let go". 36 years of guilt on full display of Maverivk's face. Such a powerful scene.

[@leebaker2588]

I lived this scene. 70 years old now USMC Viet Nam. Took me 30+ years of PTSD (survivor's guilt). There is a saying, "Let go and let God".

[@jeremysears4263]

@@leebaker2588 May God keep, heal and bless you sir.

[@leebaker2588]

@@jeremysears4263 Thanks, Jeremy. He does.

[@istartedajoke1704]

It's genuine agony tbh

[@pappico]

It was Iceman's fault Goose died anyway... Really Maverick didn't do anything wrong on the jetwash.

[@taajwarpope2708]

The emotional chemistry between Maverick and Iceman is phenomenal and it's a reminder that time can change you.

[@BudFuddlacker]

Can? Does.

[@Fascistbeast]

Buddhist philosophy-Old age,aging,sickness and death Reality of everything in the Universe

[@tc1uscg65]

I remember reading that Tom C lobbied to get Val in the movie. Even INSISTED that they write him in. They didn't want to do it but Tom would not take no for an answer. IMO, it makes the storyline.

[@Nobodysurvivesevenonebit]

Time is our worst enemy

[@mastabla3ta684]

Lol ok

[@BenJPics9925]

One of the best reunion scenes between characters I've personally seen in a while. The right amount of dialouge, nothing too sappy, and the appropriate expressions on the faces to deliver a emotional reconcile. And huge props to the unit known as Val Kilmer for being willing to be the film in spite of his illness.

[@Persian-Immortal]

It seems Tom cruise had insisted that Val be in the movie,

[@commiesnzombies]

Tom cruise looks almost the same, Val kilmer looks like he was run over by a jack daniels truck

[@Tigerman1138]

The actual health of Val Kilmer really fits in well to the movie.

[@ussr5047]

Where is everyone else

[@Tigerman1138]

@@ussr5047 Some are officers, some have moved onto the private sector in aviation and test-piloting, a few lost their lives in combat, and others have retired altogether.

[@ZeFroz3n0ne907]

After fighting stage 4 cancer, watching this makes me wanna cry. I am wishing Val the absolute best in his recovery. I know how hard it really is after losing over 7 inches of my small intestine and having to adjust my diet around it, the pain and discomfort in my right hip, all of it. Even after 2+ years I still get pain and all that. ❤ We love ya Val! ❤

[@HenryPerez_royal_hp]

Stay strong brother

[@thenightporter]

Bless you, MM.

[@MG-fl3hs]

You are a fighter! NEVER STOP FIGHTING!

[@ZeFroz3n0ne907]

@@MG-fl3hs ❤Ty my dude! You too!

[@neronarancia1090]

Keep living and fighting and do your best to live your life to the fullest!

[@a.utobotm7233]

the fact that Val Kilmer worked SO HARD , to get those lines done right and without the use of his voice box is insane . it took a lot of training , a lot of pain , and he made this scene all the more WONDERFUL for it . Even after everything he’s been through , Val Kilmer’s still got it .

[@joec7217]

Did he actually say those lines? I looked at some interviews and it didn't sound like him in this movie. I think they used an AI for his voice

[@contagiousintelligence5007]

It’s his voice. They processed it to make it sound clearer

[@oogaboogie]

​@@contagiousintelligence5007its AI

[@rebeccamystery9897]

it's AI he can't talk without the tube in his throat and it's not as clear watch the documentary Val

[@nicholas.alan85]

​@@joec7217 it's all AI. look up some articles. It's really some amazing stuff.

[@wolfzillaproductions4563]

Even with his cancer problem, Kilmer’s still got it all these years later. Mad respect to him

[@thurmanwashington3120]

Tom: I need Ace in the movie... Val: I'll be your Huckleberry!

[@luisthekingjaime94]

Val Kilmer is a great actor. After all the hell he’s been through, and he put people through. He feels guilty of all the stuff he said.

[@JLOCC23424]

@@luisthekingjaime94 What did he put those people through?

[@luisthekingjaime94]

@@JLOCC23424 I like his wife and other people he was with, and other actors he worked with

[@maryhales4595]

@@JLOCC23424 He has a reputation for being difficult to work with; I can't remember all the folks who have said so off the top of my head.

[@gorrow1990]

Tom didn’t want to do this sequel without Val in it, and it was definitely the right call because it’s such a powerful scene.

[@algorithmsavior3820]

Tom knew how to play Ice here, and it worked brillantly

[@Ghostdog4]

I'm going to bet the hug between the two of them was 100% Genuine. How wonderful is it that they managed to get Val into the movie with the reality of his illness front and center. Well done Val and Tom

[@gcHK47]

I heard that Tom openly told Paramount that he would not do Top Gun: Maverick without Val.

[@chinfuzzchet3616]

That wasn't acting,. that was real heart emotion.

[@Alex_anders96]

If Ice had started crying too I would have bawled my eyes out

[@1nterzept661]

It feels amazing how Maverick's greatest rival became his shoulder to cry on. Loved how Iceman was there for Maverick and reached out to him.

[@geoffreydy9739]

Iceman had mavs back all these years.

[@chrisstrijbosch9318]

maverick dint see and know it, from a macho airplane fighter, to a wise navy admiral how now helps maverick in time of need@@geoffreydy9739

[@2410jrod]

@@geoffreydy9739Maverick had his back too. If Iceman needed Maverick he would have been there for him guaranteed.

[@theRealDavidn]

Yup loved how they paid it off as a deep and beautiful friendship

[@SoranPryde]

Iceman got that one kill in TG, because Maverick came in and shot down those other 3 MIGs It's likely that incident put Iceman and Maverick in a good light (actual air-to-air kills are rare for the USN and USAF after the Vietnam war) and Iceman managed to parley it into a fast-track career path to Admiral, unlike Maverick So Iceman likely feels that he owes Maverick for all he managed to get today, because if it were not for Maverick he would have been shot down by 4 MIGs that day

[@0077delevadova]

Word on the street is it was emotionally hard for Val to do this scene, Tom had to convince him. However that happened, tears filled my eyes from watching this, it's just beautiful timing. Val Kilmer, you are the man! I love you buddy, thank you for everything you did for the movies I love!

[@bluelarry1674]

Imagine the professionalism that takes. To not have a voice and to take on a character that might actually face that reality in his future. My respect for VK took on a whole new level. This scene was oscar worthy IMHO.

[@MrXabungle]

Cruise kept Val entertained and at ease between takes

[@juniorfan7a]

Batman and Jim Morrison! Legendary actor.

[@thisismyyoutubecommentacco6302]

@@juniorfan7a Don't forget his absolutely legendary portrayal of Doc Holliday in Tombstone.

[@joshhuskins5363]

@@thisismyyoutubecommentacco6302 hey don't forget real genius that movie was hilarious and I still laugh at it to this day

[@deathstrike]

This scene was heartbreaking. Two of the finest aviators Top Gun had ever produced sitting in the same office. Once bitter rivals, now warm friends. And the emotion and pain Mitchell showed could ONLY be shown to one of equal stature (not rank) to him. Iceman saw his pain, a pain lasting over 36 years. And in the only token of respect Ice could give such a decorated fighter pilot was "The Navy needs Maverick, the kids need Maverick, that is why I fought for you all these years." Iceman showed so much admiration for Maverick in that simple statement, knowing how much pain he himself was in. And saying this from a dying man. That is something anyone with any feeling could treasure. Maverick at that point realized he owed Ice so much. And if he pulled this mission off, it would be the thanks Ice would have deserved.

[@ADHDVLOGS]

You know its just a movie right?

[@theextremeanimator4721]

@@ADHDVLOGS This is a nice comment. Let's not ruin it.

[@robg8911]

@@ADHDVLOGS yeah it's a movie... and a damn good one!

[@davidlevitan1895]

Lololol...u kno its a movie right..I agree..

[@Supermario-j63]

@@ADHDVLOGS you don’t understand do you,,, this is very heartbreaking and a perfect way to incorporate Kilmer’s illness into this movie

[@SheathEntertainment]

Not only is Val Kilmer’s performance here incredible despite his actual real life condition, that although it has been 36 years since Goose’s incident, his death still visibly haunts Maverick in such a huge fashion when it comes to Rooster.

[@girl1213]

It's never really said or shown but...I think Iceman feels responsible just as much as Maverick does in Goose's death. It was HIS wake after all that caused the spin. Maverick kept telling Iceman to take the shot, but he didn't because he wanted to wait, which wasn't a bad idea. They weren't in a real combat situation after all. But the next thing he knows he hears Maverick and Goose sounding way too distressed for it not to be real and looks out the canopy glass to see his wingman going down. And all he could do was send the mayday and watch as the plane spirals out of control as it goes down. He had his problems with Maverick, but Goose wasn't a part of it.

[@libbytews]

Yes exactly I always thought that myself!

[@THEJUKE777]

I was in tears when they hugged. Thanks for the memories.

[@icemav5740]

This is how you bring back legacy characters, in a truly respectful and heartfelt manner

[@willk1756]

Take note, Star Wars

[@Trains-With-Shane]

That scene, above all else, made this movie. It really tugs at the heart strings. Cherish your friends.

[@SARGEHALO666v2]

That’s exactly it. It’s relatable. Everyone can relate to having lost a love one and not being able to let them go. Or not knowing how to do that. It’s sorta beautiful and so human.

[@kidpeligro7878]

This by far is Tom's best dramatic performance in recent memory. His acting throughout the movie conveys a man tortured by guilt all his life after he lost his best friend. It's is so heartfelt you really feel sympathy for his pain. And he pulled it off with relatively minimal dialogue at that.

[@RetroRuss]

This is easily the best scene in the movie. The amount of emotion Val radiates with just his facial expressions is incredible, and Tom giving his dramatic all when he could've just phoned it in. Both men deserve an award.

[@cuting28]

Many awards!

[@christopherhoward7808]

Tom never phones it in, which is why I respect the man.

[@johnmathius1000]

Iceman is a Wingman to us ALL. Cheers to a great Actor. You're one of the Dam Few sir.

[@TTony-tu6dm]

For an “action movie”, an incredibly emotional scene, and Val’s real life illness adds to the gravitas. Also, the idea of rivals having such mutual respect and love for each other is a message we really need right now.

[@charliejefferyhood4456]

I watched the original Top Gun for the first time a week before this movie came out and this scene still got me teary eyed

[@trinaq]

Agreed, I love both movies, and I'm so glad that they managed to get Val Kilmer, despite his declining health.

[@goldenvulture6818]

Smart move

[@crashpal]

R.i.p. Goose

[@jamesw1659]

As someone old enough to have watched the original on the big screen when it came out, I can say that it was a movie of its time. You have to understand the zeitgeist of the '70s-'80s to understand why the original movie was so important to Americans...we were coming off the "malaise era" of the '70s, and Americans wanted to be reassured that we were still the "big dog" on the block. I lived not far from Miramar, where the Top Gun school was located in those days, and I can tell you that there was palpable pride (and a little bit of relief) that we had the best pilots, equipment, and support staff in the world, and, once again, people were reassured that that was still the case. That's part of the reason the film was such a success. It was a great movie, too, great entertainment, but I cannot express to you the emotional impact that it had on ordinary Americans. To some extent, I think the new flick is being so well received for the same reason: In a world where everything seems to be falling apart (especially here at home), it's reassuring to know that we're STILL the big dog.

[@rogerkincaid931]

In the movie, Ice backed Mav. In real life, the roles are reversed; Cruise backed Kilmer, insisted that he appears in the movie regardless of his condition.

[@SARGEHALO666v2]

It’s like poetry. Real life imitates fiction or the reverse is true. That’s awesome.

[@space_monkey5662]

@@SARGEHALO666v2 it rhymes

[@alfredodistefanolaulhe2212]

Kilmer is very lucky that Tom Cruise loves him as a person and respects him as an actor. Not everybody can say that, Tom is very though regarding his job and when he doesn't like someone he doesn't hide it. But it's pretty obvious his admiration towards Val Kilmer.

[@Locadel2003]

Oh man Tom cruise can still be amazing as an actor when he wants. Those tears felt so real and I wish the best for Val Kilmer

[@kizunadragon9]

"hows my wingman?" thats all it took, tears started flowing

[@池好]

アイスマンの渋さと格好良さがたまらない。

[@MFloresReviews]

From “I don’t like you because you’re dangerous.” all the way to “The Navy needs Maverick.” The evolution of the bond between these characters is epic 👏🏻

[@MrBraxtonP]

Maverick represents change and uprooting the status quo and how old sailors react to it. Now he has to foster that growth in new pilots.

[@cashewnuttel9054]

What about the Iraqis? Or the Afghan people? Or Russia? Or North Korea? Or China? Or Europe? Or Australia? Or any of the other enemies of America? Where's there Maverick?

[@AJ-rf4yr]

@@cashewnuttel9054 Would be shot down or destroyed in an air raid by NATO

[@chrisstrijbosch9318]

wonderfull 1986 now 2022 al the high tech stuff but the emtion is sooo pure

[@ordo_draigo_assault_ham]

As it turns out, being a fighter pilot is dangerous

[@spencer10182]

This scene alone is why I loved this sequel more than its predecessor. When you see two guys rival and dislike each other at first but over 30 years become close friends and have each others back there is something so special about that and that is why this scene is amazing. Iceman disliked Maverick at first but once Maverick had Ice's back Ice had his and kept him in a career in the Navy and the friendship lasted for over 30 years. I dont cry often but almost came close in this scene. The characters growth was sensational. Val keep fighting the good fight buddy and I will be your Wingman anytime.

[@laurocoman]

The drama was so much more heavy in this one. No matter how strong you are, time will have you eventually. And seeing these two after so long hits hard.

[@texasrockshillcountry6574]

Same here.

[@texasrockshillcountry6574]

@@laurocoman EXACTLY!! REALLY hard, and so much reality tied in. What a courageous man Val Kilmer was to come back and perform this character in spite of all of the pain His body was going through.

[@laurocoman]

@@texasrockshillcountry6574 I like how Tom Cruise didn't even try to hide his age with make-up or using juuuuust the right angle frame. Both actors showed up as they are, aging men. Some people age more gracefully than others and that's fine.

[@cubdukat]

This scene was what made me stick around. Up until then, it was all but a shot-by-shot remake of the original. This scene was where the director, Joseph Kosinski, stopped trying to be the late Tony Scott and found his own voice.

[@gamepoy5056]

So nice to see Tom turn in a performance beyond what's expected of him nowadays, and it's in service of one of the most touching and moving reunions. Val will always be a legend.

[@alexayers9463]

He was doing well as a dramatic actor honestly during the 90s; when he routinely competed for globes and Oscars. His problem (which he finally grew out of in Collateral) was that he was prone to overacting. But since then, he’s developed such a great sense of timing, naturalism, and nuance, and now the guy absolutely shines when he has to actually act. It’s crazy to think that even when he eventually slows down from all the crazy action, he’ll still have arguably his most promising turn yet as a dramatic actor to look forward to.

[@gear5soul]

That phrase “it’s time to let go” describe Mav so well. He’s been holding on to that pain and guilt for so long. Ice knew that, he’s known for the past 30 years. And for the sake of the mission, and for Mav, he wants him to be able to move forward. A true friend.

[@Jake_Moreno]

I'm a grown man and this scene almost brought me to tears. A very emotional scene. "One last thing... who's the better pilot? You or me"

[@maryhales4595]

"This is a nice moment. Let's not ruin it."

[@gcHK47]

Notice the Top Gun trophy on the wall behind Maverick? Iceman always was the better pilot. But the Navy needed Maverick more than Ice; only a pilot with Maverick’s level of skill with tenacity could pull the mission off.

[@0mathgaming]

@@gcHK47 Ice and Maverick were always close to each other atop the leaderboard throughout their time at Top Gun, and Maverick may have been able to pass him if it weren't for the downward spiral (no pun intended) that he went into after Goose's untimely death.

[@TaylorMarshall2000]

touchy scene. I think they both know that this is the last time they will see each other. a great goodbye scene

[@Xenoforge78]

It's time to let go... That hit me hard. Not only in the context of the scene but my own life as well. Who knew Top Gun would be giving me a massive epiphany. Incredible scene...

[@aaww8663]

this scene had me sobbing, I watched the first top gun a decade ago, when I was 15 years old and now we get a really heartfelt moment between the two, it was sweet of iceman for protecting maverick all this time.

[@SARGEHALO666v2]

I thank this movie for not destroying the characters of Ice Man and Maverick. Any other movie would’ve made the character of callsign Phoenix a super pilot that can do no wrong and is superior in every way to every other pilot and much better than Maverick. But instead she’s just part of the group and is kind of a likeable character. Her, Rooster, Hangman and the rest of the pilots could carry a next movie if done right. Plus Maverick gets to fly one last mission while also having a heartfelt send off to Ice Man that keeps his dignity and integrity as a character that has achieved a resolution and completed his arc. Good job writers. 👍

[@sobek]

Im glad I went to the cinema alone to see this movie...

[@ANTZPound4Pound]

*_"This is a Nice Moment. Let's not Ruin it." ❤😂❤_* *_Top Gun!! Nuff Said!_*

[@saulsilver5753]

Tom cruise should be nominated for best actor from this scene alone. What an incredible actor man. It’s not talked about enough how many great movies he’s made over the years.

[@kxngmars6527]

“Whose the better pilot? You or me?” “Let’s not ruin this, it’s a nice moment” 😂

[@Ironheart73]

I just love how Iceman went from "You are everyone's problem, that's because every time you are up in the air you are unsafe, I don't like you because you are Dangerous" to "The Navy needs Maverick, The Kid needs Maverick, that is why I fought for you. That is why you are still here!"

[@bricksandwindows]

He's still dangerous!!!!! ....but he can be my wingman any time.

[@matasa7463]

@@bricksandwindows Just gotta learn to aim that danger. Like on the Claymore mine - front towards enemy!

[@theredsamurai]

One person's Maverick is another person's angel or devil

[@ComedyLoverGirl]

And that's what makes this relationship between Iceman and Maverick all the more impactful. We can see how they both grew up together, from the beginning to the end of their careers. The sentimentality of a whole lifetime condensed into two movies, two masterpieces at that.

[@Ironheart73]

@@ComedyLoverGirl yeah, we saw how immature they are when they were younger, but so much wisdom in them now that they are older

[@GabrielGranatowicz]

My father had the same disease (thank God he is recovered), so this scene, seeing him like that, hit me really hard! I cried like a baby...

[@dougdoug9223]

I'm really glad for your father but I have to ask, Is it possible to fully regain your speaking voice?

[@GabrielGranatowicz]

@@dougdoug9223 Tks brother! It really depends, but the thing is learning how to speak again, but different from what you were used to. Its like learning how to walk again. Not 100% regained voice, but with practice, you can get very close.

[@stevehoulihan726]

It's so touching that Tom got Val back to appear in the film. Great respect to both men.

[@joewhitehead3]

Tony Scott woulda loved it

[@abhinavbhargava978]

Rip Tony Scott

[@abhinavbhargava978]

* August 19, 2012

[@jws1272]

@@abhinavbhargava978 Director of the original TOP GUN, he also was a very successful action film director. His brother is Sir Ridley Scott, director of a few films you might have heard of: GLADIATOR, BLADE RUNNER, GI JANE, and the original ALIEN. Tony had a great career himself, his next project after Top Gun being Beverly Hills Cop II.

[@brianchua4240]

"Who's the better pilot?" Man that hit really deep.

[@BudFuddlacker]

Uhhh, are you like 19 or something?

[@brianchua4240]

@@BudFuddlacker Thanks for thinking I'm young but no

[@BudFuddlacker]

@@brianchua4240 how does the least emotional line in the entire screen “hit really deep”?

[@gracecalis5421]

@@BudFuddlacker It's a reference to an original line he had in the first movie, back when he still had his voice.

[@gracecalis5421]

@@BudFuddlacker I think it has less to do with the actual line itself but the implications behind it. It's the only line in the entire interaction that references the rivalry turned comraderie between Ice and Mav in the first movie.

[@angelsolitaire6456]

This is the part i teared up when i watch on screen. The touching moment between two former fighter pilots. The Compassion....Respect and Honor. I am so glad they allow ICE MAN to be included in the movie.

[@brianshanahan2313]

As emotional as this scene is, Val Kilmer looks really happy at 2:35. Love this scene and the movie

[@rolandmiller5456]

For the two of them to stand there and do that scene after all those years and everything that they've been through. I truly believe that if Val Kilmer had died in real life at the filming the movie he would have died happy. Because he got that moment.

[@ladyofwisdom2]

Nice to see Val Kilmer speaking. God bless him. He's very talented. ❣❣🙏🏻

[@antoniowashington6148]

Great heartwarming scene by Maverick and Iceman. Something that a lot of young people that's currently on social media need to take notes. This was very heartbreaking emotional priceless.

[@jamalsag7812]

For all the cool movies he makes, one could forget that Tom Cruise is a good actor. And this one here with Mr Kilmer....🥺...whew...

[@willarterberry3392]

tom is a hell of a dramatic actor dude, watch a few good men or born on the fourth of july and you'll see

[@coryames1170]

He's a phenomenal actor. He's just an egomaniac IRL.

[@Starwarsfanboy0928]

This scene really gut punched me. It was a great tribute for Val Kilmer. I also love that he typed on the computer because it is a great nod to the actor in real life because of his vocal chords.

[@mrslundy1535]

They cannot know how much this scene means to us. I couldn't avoid my tears when realised they had been friends for all this time and Iceman always got his back. Maverick lost his best friend that he will never forget but still, he gained another lifelong friend which started out rival. This is so touching and when he died... Ughhh

[@Griswaldization]

Lundy Thankyou You Truly Get This!!!! Bless You!!!!⚘️

[@LastlyMore]

Such great acting by both in this scene. Val Kilmer is amazingly emotive with his eyes. The guy is one of the greatest actors ever.

[@sharoncasey92]

This scene alone was worth the price of admission. I can only imagine how high emotions were running on the set when this was filmed. I loved that Kilmer was given the chance to do this; show how his reality and fiction can be coming from the same source. Great respect for him and his craft, and the first time I've seen Cruise look like he was genuinely experiencing grief.

[@LucianDevine]

1:16 I LOVE the double meaning of this line, since we also know that Tom Cruise would not have made this movie if Val Kilmer hadn't agreed, or was unable, to reprise his role as Iceman!

[@edecioparedes7424]

You can see despite of their acting, how much respect and sympathy have one for the other. This scene even projecting Val's real life situation, was a breath taking..

[@shubhamsonawane5439]

The music at 2:29 got me. The scene mirrors the discussion Maverick and his instructor Viper had in the first part.

[@dimitarapostolov9788]

Something about two people starting off as opponents/enemies, and then later gaining each other's respect and becoming friends always gets me, and here it was executed perfectly! Love that they went this way with the characters!

[@ExMachina70]

Val has been through so much these past years, and to bring him back not hiding everything he's suffered really goes to show class in Tom's part.

[@PlanetXerox]

The level of character development and emotion shown to these legacy characters in this scene was truly something else. Not even franchise films (Marvel or Star Wars) could do that.

[@AhmedKhan-yb1bn]

Happy sad to see them both. Happy seeing their friendship, sad seeing Iceman (rather Val ) having trouble talking. Both nailed this scene and that last part, truly friends teasing each other

[@detroitrockcity8]

2:18 mark after they stand up. You can see what appears to be the Top Gun winner’s plaque over Maverick’s shoulder. A visual reminder of how they became close friends. Battled (practiced) against each other only to fight the enemy together and protect the other to return safely. Most powerful scene in the whole sequel for the diehard fans given Kilmer’s real life cancer diagnosis.

[@Rometiklan]

The plaque for the alternates is down in the ladies' room.

[@davidmasters8601]

Haven't respected an actor more than Val Kilmer for showing up and nailing his part in this film given his circumstances, what an absolute legend

[@chrissyknowsitall5170]

I lost it seeing this movie Dedicated to Tony Scott. RIP Tony Scott🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@pendragooon]

"It's a nice moment, don't ruin it." What a line ! 😄

[@vanessafuchs8589]

When Iceman said to maverick: the navy needs maverick. The kid needs maverick give me goosebumps

[@40950999]

Val Kilmer is still the most underrated actor. To still pull off this scene in an almost silent capacity just shows his talent. The Academy still owes him one for Tombstone FYI.

[@shakkazulu7870]

@killwill83 You must be a real hit at parties and the office. Just an all around fun person to be around. Could probably get all your friends together in a phone booth.

[@sharktoof1]

@killwill83 Cry me a river. Who pissed in your Captain Crunch this morning?

[@hkjjman4960]

Before I always thought Val is just OK in acting. Sorry I am wrong, his silent performance was super powerful in this 3 minutes

[@irishninja2009]

@killwill83 I suppose so

[@irishninja2009]

@@shakkazulu7870 yeah he is depressing but probably has a point but I like val

[@sarahrose7526]

No matter how many times I watch this scene, it gets me EVERY TIME. When Maverick starts tearing up and then Ice saying what he said to Mav. This scene is beautiful 😭😭

[@AsifAnsari-nn8kk]

This scene teared me up while watching movie. It didn't feel like acting, it felt so genuine.

[@galvendorondo]

Rivals in the first movie, brothers in this one. I was emotional the very moment I saw Ice's admiral portrait.

[@auror9792]

This movie got everything just right . Didn't expect this movie to be such a flawless masterpiece💥💥💥

[@wikimon]

flawless? they should have ended it with maverick dying when he saved the kid. that being the impetus for him to understand find out why and understand what he did and what he was going through. it's those life lessons taught to him and the realizations that allow rooster to break through his own barriers and grow, and those lessons allow him to succeed on a final mission not this contrived fast n furious nonsense that was the last 25 minutes of the show :P

[@Aurik-Kal-Durin]

_"One last thing... who's the better pilot? You or me?"_ _"This is a nice moment. Let's not ruin it."_ The last words they ever said to each other. Once rivals, now friends. All the way to the very end. *R.I.P Iceman.*

[@nicholasrogers7276]

Shame no slider cameo in the doorway smiling seeing his old freinds hug holding a ice bucket of budwesiers for 3 of them

[@christophergolas9930]

That exchange! 🤣

[@KRISIS1451]

Rivals are never meant to beat one another; they're meant to keep making other better.

[@gcHK47]

@@nicholasrogers7276 I know, right? I would’ve been jumping up and down in the cinema if Slider, Hollywood, and Wolfman appeared in the movie.

[@alexh8503]

@@gcHK47 Jester too and heck maybe even Cougar

[@virtualsnake1994]

Val kilmer is so graceful...

[@dananderson6047]

I started tearing up just at Iceman's face at 0:25. Something about the way he's looking at Maverick - compassionate and wise, totally without judgment, seeing him in his pain and confusion and being right there with him. What a beautiful scene.

[@christopherbailey5163]

I shed a tear during this scene, god bless Val Kilmer, this movie totally rocked

[@redblaze8700]

Iceman: “You wanna know how I’ve managed to live this long?” Maverick: “Yes! How?” Iceman:”BECAUSE I’M BATMAN!”

[@OkieAllDay]

Batman and Robin gets unfairly crapped on. I LOVED that movie growing up!

[@redblaze8700]

@@OkieAllDay Val Kilmer was in Batman Forever.

[@stevenbryant8160]

I could see him as a older Bruce Wayne

[@scott5654]

😂

[@BortaMaga]

Even funnier (or not so funnier) when Val Kilmer had to use Bale's Batman voice after his throat cancer surgery

[@RamblingRodeo]

This is such a GREAT moment, the technology and how they were able to bring Val Kilmer back into the story and Tom Cruise fighting to have him in it, just speak volumes about there friendship and it shows on screen and comes across as such...

[@BigD1998100]

This is a beautiful scene by 2 of the best actors. Iceman’s words “Who’s the better pilot? You or me?” was priceless. I love how they playfully reunited their former rivalry and yet they are best friends now. Beautiful.

[@stevegreen8728]

Watching this as a 32 yrs fire service career winds down.... the " it's time to let go"- that hit me hard. An incredible scene and using Val Kilmer with his real experiences with cancer - just wow. This movie saved Hollywood

[@JemmyRizki]

I miss my dad. My childhood with him watching first Top Gun. Seeing this both two older, reminds me of him got older. RIP Dad, forever in my heart, thank you for everything.

[@gunmasterx1164]

your dad sounds as much as a legend as Iceman

[@John-tk2zo]

What a man cancer in throat and still out working doing the JOB god made him do respect son from the bottom of my heart grew up watching ya as a young boy legend bror

[@liamphibia]

It might be so tough for Val Kilmer to get back in the movie industry again. But in this scene he still has it. And we all got emotional!😭

[@John-tk2zo]

@@liamphibia aye ATS for sure dude

[@ningenJMK]

This scene between Maverick and Iceman sells this entire film emotionally. Not just fighter jocks kicking the tires and lighting the fires. This is the fate that can await young Naval Aviators and Flight Officers like the group that Maverick is leading.

[@kongminglai3290]

deep listening with compassion is most useful for healing of one's soul. I like this scene, it is so touching.

[@andreprar8113]

"been a nice moment lets not ruin it".... classic ultimate respect for each other..thats a life lesson

[@Kauhl2912]

This is how you add humor into an emotional scene while keeping the emotion of the scene. Modern Marvel should take notes.

[@hybridShinx]

Marvel movies sucked now

[@guts-141]

They overdid their jokes terribly

[@11111653]

bruh - hulk

[@rickardkaufman3988]

@@guts-141 You know you have overdone your jokes when even the Minions know how to use it, especially the fart jokes.

[@NTWoo95]

You don't have to drag one thing down just to hype another up. If you like something about the scene, just say that. This film has nothing to do with Marvel

[@tabisukeshiroiashi]

日本からです、アイスマン歳を重ねてもかっこ良さは抜群でした。この映画の中での重要な役には彼以外演じれる者はいない。

[@femtoeclipse860]

All I can say is this scene is beautiful and powerful. Val didn’t need to say a word just the way he looks at Maverick and his smile was more than enough to reach the viewers hearts.

[@PrimalElf]

One of the greatest and saddest scenes of all time

[@mriyefa2196]

OMG this is so emotional especially when you know Val Kilmer is actually very ill. Cherish your health, cherish your loved ones, cherish your life.

[@irishrose7053]

Absolutely This is a powerful scene. Amazing actors these two. Makes you realize how precious life is and how quickly it can change from one moment to the next. I sobbed when I saw in the theatres. Ugly crying. I'm still sobbing. Today watching this again Then the next part 😭😭😭😭😭😭 That broke me when Mav got "the call"😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@SARGEHALO666v2]

Exactly. The emotions are real and the scene isn’t broken by some lame joke. The moment of levity is at the end where it belongs. A nice laugh after a heavy moment can work really well as demonstrated here. Unlike other movies that have jokes in the middle of intense or heavy scenes. Let scenes breath and let the actors show that they can, in fact, act.

[@christopherdoff-sotta4441]

@@SARGEHALO666v2 i hear ya .. im watching it right now and even that small scene still made me cry .. i do wish ice had more in line with the movie.. but i know it wasnt meant to be .. i will always consider the original TOP GUN AND THIS MOVE MY TWO VERY FAVORITES

[@Luka2000_]

This was an incredible scene. When I actually saw Val Kilmer in the movie I was so happy because I didn't expect him because of the illness

[@eac1235]

From rivals to having each other's back no matter what!! Absolutely perfect.

[@rudy8146]

How does this scene bring me to tears every time I watch it? I had 2 favorite movies growing up in the 90s: The Mighty Ducks and Top Gun.

[@korliyon2283]

The first time I watched this scene, I teared. After some time I watched it a second time. I didn't expect to tear EVEN MORE.

[@JamieBoy-ij2ri]

This is a very emotional scene, seeing Ice and Maverick who once couldn’t stand each other now loving and caring friends and Ice doing everything he can to keep Maverick safe from exile. It’s also sad to know this would be there final ever time seeing each other before Iceman’s death.

[@Wen6543]

Something tells me that some of those tears are not acted. Their bond is not only between their characters, this scene hits like a train when you growed up with their movies and now see Val so wasted by that disease at a still relatively young age.

[@tylerbushong3452]

I like to think that Iceman felt so guilty about indirectly causing Goose’s death he spent his whole career protecting Maverick. Being the big brother he never had. And yes, I cried my eyes out during this scene.

[@andrewwaldock]

I kind of look at it that way, though Ice didn't cause the ejection seat/canopy failure that ultimately killed him. However, a good man would feel responsible for being even vaguely part of that. And I definitely like the take that he felt a responsibility to fly top cover for Maverick after that.

[@roelmd8907]

Ice apologized to Maverick about Goose briefly, in the locker room in the first film. Yes, he feels responsible, too..

[@Ethan-dn1wc]

​@andrewwaldock while it was ultimately a fluke accident, the events leading up to it were a result of Maverick and Iceman being more concerned about beating each other than having each other's back(i.e. Mav pushing too hard just so he could show Ice up and not giving him space, and Ice being stubborn to the point where he didn't pull up till the last possible second where Mav and Goose got caught in the jet wash.)