Darkstar Takeoff
from Top Gun: Maverick
Written by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, Christopher McQuarrie
Maverick prepares for a high-stakes test flight in the experimental Darkstar aircraft. He goes through pre-flight checks with Hondo, who tries to dissuade him from the dangerous mission. Maverick ultimately commits to the flight, pushing the throttle forward.
HONDO Now remember. Contact threshold is Mach ten. Not point-one, not pointtwo. Mach Ten. That should keep the program alive. (off Mav’s nod) I don’t like that look, Mav.
MAVERICK Only one I got.
HONDO Darkstar, Control loud and clear, how me?
MAVERICK Loud and clear. Ready for APU start.
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Audition for Maverick in this intense drama scene from Top Gun: Maverick. Practice this duologue as Maverick prepares for the dangerous Darkstar takeoff, facing Hondo's concerns. Perfect for actors seeking contemporary, high-stakes audition material.
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