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Who was considered for Top Gun?
Scott Baio confirmed on E! that he actually turned down the part of Maverick.
Actor who got the part: Tom Cruise
Linda told Charlie Rose that she turned down the role because it glorified war.
Actor who got the part: Kelly McGillis
Modine was considered for the role of Maverick.
Actor who got the part: Tom Cruise
Mickey Rourke was offered a role, but turned it down.
Ally Sheedy turned down the role of Charlie Blackwood because she didn't think that anyone would want to see a movie about fighter pilots.
Actor who got the part: Kelly McGillis
Sheen was considered for the role of Maverick but was determined to be too young.
Actor who got the part: Tom Cruise
John Travolta was considered for the lead role, but producers were reportedly worried that he would not draw a big box office at that time.
Actor who got the part: Tom Cruise
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