Tom Cruise is gearing up for another high-octane ride. After months of speculation, the actor has officially confirmed that a sequel to the 1990 racing classic Days of Thunder is in the works—and it's bringing an Oscar-winning co-star along for the ride.
In a social media post that sent fans into overdrive, Cruise announced that Anne Hathaway will join him in Days of Thunder 2, which is slated to hit theaters in the summer of 2028. The accompanying photo showed the duo leaning against a race car, with Hathaway sporting a cowboy hat—a playful nod to the film's high-speed, high-stakes vibe.
The sequel has been rumored since last summer's F1: The Movie proved that racing films still have plenty of fuel in the tank, grossing over $600 million worldwide. That success reignited interest in revisiting Cruise's iconic role as hotshot driver Cole Trickle, and now it's full speed ahead.
While plot details remain under wraps, the pairing of Cruise and Hathaway is already generating buzz. Hathaway, known for her versatility in everything from The Devil Wears Prada to Interstellar, is expected to bring a new dynamic to the franchise. Whether she plays a rival driver, a team owner, or a love interest remains to be seen, but her presence signals a fresh direction for the series.
For Cruise, this marks another return to a beloved franchise, following his recent work in the Mission: Impossible series, which continues to draw audiences to streaming platforms. The actor has long been known for performing his own stunts, and fans can likely expect more death-defying sequences in this sequel.
The original Days of Thunder was a cultural touchstone of the early '90s, blending adrenaline-fueled racing with a classic underdog story. It also famously paired Cruise with Nicole Kidman, who played his love interest. Now, with Hathaway on board, the sequel is poised to capture a new generation of viewers while appealing to longtime fans.
As the release date approaches, more details are expected to emerge about the cast and crew. For now, the announcement has already set the entertainment world abuzz, with many predicting that Days of Thunder 2 could be one of the biggest blockbusters of 2028.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops. In the meantime, if you're in the mood for more racing action, you might want to check out Godzilla Minus One, which recently roared onto Netflix ahead of its own sequel.
