Who plays Maverick in Top Gun?

Maverick is played by Tom Cruise.

What are Maverick's abilities?

Maverick's abilities include aerial combat, tactical leadership, instinctive flying, crisis management, mentorship.

Maverick has 7 mapped relationships in Top Gun. Explore the interactive relationship map for details.

Callsign for Pete Mitchell, representing his daring and unconventional piloting style.

Alignment: Hero
Species: Human
Abilities: Aerial combat, Tactical leadership, Instinctive flying, Crisis management, Mentorship

Maverick — Conflict Abandoned Wingman — Hollywood (Whip Hubley)
Trainee pilot who suffers from Maverick's reckless solo tactics during exercises.
Maverick — Conflict Triggered Replacement — Cougar (John Stockwell)
Experienced pilot whose mid-air panic directly leads to Maverick's academy assignment.
Maverick — Professional Instructor & Trainee — Jester (Michael Ironside)
Aggressor pilot instructor who evaluates and corrects Maverick's combat readiness.
Maverick — Professional Mentor & Commanding Officer — Viper (Tom Skerritt)
Superior officer who guides Maverick through professional and personal crises.
Maverick — Conflict Rival — Ice (Val Kilmer)
Top Gun trainees competing for the same trophy with opposing flying styles.
Maverick — Romantic Love Interest — Charlie (Kelly McGillis)
Civilian instructor and naval aviator who develop a romantic connection.
Maverick — Alliance Wingman & RIO — Goose (Anthony Edwards)
Loyal pilot and RIO partnership defined by trust and shared missions.