Speculation about a 'Days of Thunder' sequel is heating up, with Paramount Pictures reportedly in talks with Tom Cruise to reprise his role as Cole Trickle. NASCAR COO Steve O'Donnell expressed his enthusiasm for the possibility, while also addressing fan calls for a change to the playoff format.
NASCAR 's Chief Operating Officer, Steve O'Donnell, has opened up on the possibility of a 'Days of Thunder' sequel. This comes as fans of the original 1990 film, starring Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman, speculate about the potential of revisiting the speed-fueled world that boosted NASCAR 's popularity.
Released at the turn of the decade, 'Days of Thunder' caught some critics off guard with mixed reviews, but its influence was palpable as NASCAR experienced a surge in viewership and engagement in the late 90s and early 2000s. The 1990 film cemented its place in pop culture by bringing the thrill of NASCAR to the big screen. Directed by Tony Scott and produced by Jerry Bruckheimer and Don Simpson, 'Days of Thunder' followed Cole Trickle, played by Tom Cruise. Fast forward to 2024, discussions surrounding a potential sequel have been initiated. Paramount Pictures is reportedly in talks with Cruise, exploring the possibility of him reprising his role as Cole Trickle. There is speculation that the sequel could draw parallels with the successful revival of another iconic Cruise film, 'Top Gun: Maverick', perhaps following an older, wiser Cole mentoring a fresh face in the competitive world of NASCAR. The studio had previously considered a TV reboot, but plans were shelved in favor of focusing on a movie sequel. Speaking about the rumors of the sequel, NASCAR COO Steve O'Donnell explained to Adam Stern of Sports Business Journal: 'It would be great to see it happen, but that's as far as any discussions have gone.' O'Donnell has also recently addressed the calls from fans and NASCAR insiders to introduce a change to the playoff format. He explained, as previously reported by Newsweek Sports, that they would only consider a change if they feel it would be in the best interest of the sport: 'What I would say is that we'll have an industry working group that will take a look and is already taking a look at the playoffs'
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