Hollywood | Entertainment Perhaps the most versatile actor of his generation, Val Kilmer’s rise to stardom was meteoric, just like his fall.  Here’s a look at 7 films of Val Kilmer that you must watch. 

Remembering Val Kilmer (1959-2025): 7 essential films of the actor that you need to watch

Val Kilmer was a Hollywood icon, known for his work in some truly great films. Here’s a look at six of his most brutally honest and insightful takes on his iconic roles.


Val Kilmer's brutal and insightful takes on his iconic roles

Hollywood | Entertainment  Tom Cruise made a rare appearance on stage at the event and began his speech by honouring Kilmer first. Val Kilmer died on April 2 after a prolonged illness. He was 65.

Tom Cruise remembers ‘dear friend’ Val Kilmer at CinemaCon: ‘Wish you well on your next journey’

Hollywood | Entertainment Earlier this year, Kilmer was reportedly hospitalised. In the weeks leading up to his death, Kilmer had to be admitted to a Los Angeles area hospital. Friends and family visited him in his final days.

Val Kilmer was confined to his bed in his final years, was ‘very frail at the end’

Hollywood | Entertainment Val Kilmer gave a standout performance as Tom “Iceman” Kazansky, the rival of Cruise's character in the flight school. While, the role and movie changed Kilmer's career trajectory forever. But it was the film that he didn't want to star in at all.

Did you know Val Kilmer didn't want to do Tom Cruise's Top Gun initially? Thought script was 'silly and....'

Val Kilmer, one of Hollywood's most well-known actors, is no more. Remembering the prolific star, here are seven facts you might not be aware of:


Remembering Val Kilmer: 7 Facts That May Surprise You

The entertainment world mourns Val Kilmer, who died from pneumonia. His remarkable talent and contributions to cinema leave a lasting legacy.

'I was crying': When Tom Cruise shared his emotional reunion with Val Kilmer on Top Gun Maverick set

Fans and stars mourn Val Kilmer, who passed at 65, a Hollywood icon renowned for his roles in Top Gun and Batman Forever, leaving a lasting legacy.

Fans and stars mourn the loss of Val Kilmer, Top Gun & Batman Forever star

Val  Kilmer was one of Hollywood’s most celebrated actors. He found success early and starred in numerous blockbuster films and became the critics' favourite with his prolific performance.

Val Kilmer net worth: 90s’ highest-paid actor, earned millions from Top Gun — a look at his fortune

Hollywood | Entertainment Val Kilmer got his start on the big screen with the Cold War spoof Top Secret! in 1984. Two years later, he gained fame as the cocky, if mostly silent aviator Iceman in Top Gun, playing a rival to Tom Cruise's Maverick.

Val Kilmer, star of Top Gun and Batman Forever, dies at 65

Val Kilmer reveals he would like to play 'Batman' again

Exclusive! Tom Cruise can do everybody's job, he is terrific, says 'Top Gun: Maverick' producer 

Val Kilmer shares a 'special throwback' photo of the original 'Top Gun' cast

'Top Gun: Maverick' director reveals Meg Ryan and Kelly McGillis were never considered for the sequel

Documentary on Val Kilmer’s life premiered, he’s no show: here’s why

Cannes 2021: Val Kilmer's home footage to premiere as documentary

For Val Kilmer, the comeback will be a family affair. The 60-year old actor is appearing in "Paydirt", his first film since having a tracheotomy that affected his voice.

Val Kilmer mounts comback with 'Paydirt' and 'Top Gun Maverick'

Val Kilmer says he 'couldn't wait to kiss' Angelina Jolie and buy her a private jet in new memoir

'Things don't look too good' (for Kilmer), Douglas adds

Val Kilmer has cancer, says Michael Douglas

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