How “Top Gun: Maverick” has already won over two million viewers

Marie Gicquel, edited by Gauthier Delomez 8:03 p.m., June 06, 2022

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The film

, of which Europe 1 is an official partner, is taking off more and more every day at the box office and has exceeded the milestone of two million spectators less than two weeks after its theatrical release.

It is already the best release of the year 2022, synonymous with excellent news for cinemas which are finally seeing the public return in large numbers.

After rather calm post-Covid months, the film which notably stars Tom Cruise attracts all generations, as in an independent cinema in the 16th arrondissement of Paris where Europe 1 went.

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"The 4:05 p.m. session", precisely indicates the receptionist at the Majestic Passy checkout.

A spectator still hesitates: "This gentleman tells me that it's very good,

, so I'm going to let myself be tempted."

The one who advised him is called Diary.

He sold a huge amount of tickets for the film, especially during the previews.

Indeed,

has made the second best start in France since the health crisis. 

A film that appeals to all audiences

"It's a film that works quite well, it attracts people. It was a long-awaited film", explains the reception agent at the microphone of Europe 1. "I really enjoyed the film, I loves Tom Cruise who is a great actor. All the scenes with the planes, the loops …", he lists to this spectator, who replies: "Well, that makes me want to go see him! "

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The appointment with Tom Cruise is made, the packet of popcorn under his arm.

Europe 1 then meets the projectionist, Enrique.

"They come to see it in the original version (VO)", he explains.

"They expect to have a show, that's what attracts."

Charlotte, the assistant director of the Parisian cinema, deciphers the success of

.

"It's a monument. It is open to all, even astonishment, very young children, aged 6-7, who come to see it in the original version with French subtitles. It's still very surprising", smiles Charlotte .

will remain on display for two additional weeks in this cinema, which has several hundred seats.

For fans of the film, Europe 1 offers to win a collector's pack with jackets, caps, bags and cinema tickets.

For this, it will be necessary to go on Tuesday to the Instagram account of Europe 1.