An impetuous Navy pilot lands at Miramar's elite fighter school, falls for his instructor and battles a rival for the top prize, set to the soundtrack everyone can hum. The original Top Gun is a crowd-pleaser tailor-made for a neighborhood park night on the South Shore. If you want a free, easy Friday with the kids or old friends, this is Staten Island's pick of the weekend.
What to expect
Families settle onto blankets at the playground as the screen goes up, and the movie begins at dusk. It is rated PG, with some language and romance.
Good to know
- Bloomingdale Park is best reached by car or local bus; parking is on nearby streets.
- The Parks page showed registration as closed at last check; the event is listed as free and open to the public, so check the page before heading out.
- Rated PG; a fit for most families.
- Glass bottles and alcohol are not allowed at Parks screenings.
- Bring a blanket or low chair; seating is on the ground.
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Common questions
Which Top Gun is it?
The original, about a pilot at Miramar's elite Fighter School.
Is it free?
Yes, NYC Parks lists it as free and open to the public.
What happens if it rains?
NYC Parks says a screening may be canceled for heavy rain or extreme weather, and the call is posted on the event page before the show.
