Top Gun
Coarse language Rated on: 12 May 1986
What’s it about?
A hot-shot Navy pilot (Tom Cruise) attends fighter pilot academy with the aim of becoming the best fighter jet pilot in the world. When a tragedy happens during a practice mission he must overcome the trauma to complete a real world mission.
The facts
This film was classified by the Chief Censor of Films (this is pre- the Film, Videos and Publications Classification Act 1993).
- Director Tony Scott
- Runtime 109 minutes
- A retro classic
Why did it get this rating?
Coarse language
This film has a warning note for coarse language which meant it does feature some swear words, likely used in an exclamatory way.
Also note:
The film does feature an iconic beach volleyball scene with topless male characters getting very hot and sweaty.
There is a sex scene between two consenting adults but the scene is not graphic although it may make younger viewers uncomfortable if watching with their parents.
There is mild violence in the form of posturing and aggression between two main characters which is then diffused by supporting characters.
Further information
- The sequel Top Gun: Maverick was released in theatres in May 2022.
- Common Sense Media: Top Gun
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