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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Tom Cruise announces 'Days of Thunder' sequel scheduled for 2028 release

Actor Tom Cruise announced a follow-up to the 1990 film 'Days of Thunder' at the Daytona International Speedway, with a theatrical release set for June 2, 2028. The film will feature Cruise reprising his role as Cole Trickle, with Anne Hathaway co-starring as a team owner and engineer.

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Why It Matters

The production of this film brings a major Hollywood project to the NASCAR community, potentially impacting the sport's mainstream visibility and cultural representation.

Key Facts

  • The sequel to 'Days of Thunder' is scheduled for release on June 2, 2028.
  • Tom Cruise will reprise his role as Cole Trickle.
  • Anne Hathaway will play a team owner and engineer.
  • The film is produced by Tom Cruise, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Tommy Harper.
  • Jonathan Levine is the director, with a script written by Will Staples.
  • The original 1990 film was a cult favorite in NASCAR circles.
  • The announcement took place at Daytona International Speedway during the Cup Series regular-season finale weekend.

Who's Mentioned

personJonathan Levine“Director”personJeff Gordon“Vice chairman at Hendrick Motorsports”organizationParamount Pictures“Studio releasing the film”personJerry Bruckheimer“Producer”locationDaytona International Speedway“Location of the announcement”personAnne Hathaway“Co-star of the film”personTom Cruise“Lead actor and producer of the film”