There are any number of quotable lines: “That’s right, Iceman, I am dangerous,” and “Son, your ego is writing checks your body can’t cash.” But none is as memorable as when Maverick turns to Goose and says, “I feel the need,” and then the two in unison say, “the need for speed.” They then follow that line with a high (and low) five. This quote has since inspired countless speeding tickets. The line also ranks on the American Film Institute’s top 100 movie quotes in American cinema at No. 94.
Top 10 Reasons Top Gun Is Still Awesome
TIME celebrates the 25th anniversary of Top Gun's release by listing everything we love about the Tom Cruise flick
