Report: 'Top Gun' sequel has script

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A sequel to Tom Cruise's classic action film Top Gun has been written, say reports.

According to The Sun, Cruise has been approached about reviving his role as fighter-pilot Maverick.

"The idea is Maverick is at the Top Gun school as an instructor - and this time it is he who has to deal with a cocky new female pilot," said a source.

Movie bosses were apparently inspired by the success of recent Indiana Jones and Rocky sequels.

Top Gun, which was released in 1986, starred Val Kilmer, Kelly McGillis and Tim Robbins.