Leading man Tom Cruise and his co-star Jennifer Connelly dressed to impress on Wednesday as they arrived at the star-studded premiere of their film Top Gun: Maverick premiere at the Palais des Festivals during the 75th annual Cannes Film Festival.
The actor, 59, who reprised his famous role as LT Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell for the film, cut a dapper figure in a classic black tuxedo, while Jennifer, 51, who plays Penny Benjamin, looked simply flawless in a striking off-the-shoulder metallic gown.
The stars were in good company as a host of famous faces stepped out to celebrate their new film at the screening including a glamorous Eva Longoria and heavily pregnant Adriana Lima, who showcased her growing baby bump in a cut-out dress.
![Dressed up: The actor, 59, who reprised his famous role as LT Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell for the film, cut a dapper figure in a classic black tuxedo as he graced the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913449_327_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Stars of the show: Leading man Tom Cruise and his co-star Jennifer Connelly dressed to impress on Wednesday as they arrived at the star-studded premiere of their film Top Gun: Maverick premiere during the 75th annual Cannes Film Festival
Tom – who later received an honorary Palme d’Or award – beamed with joy as he greeted crowds at the event, with the Hollywood hunk teaming his smart black attire with a crisp white shirt, black bow tie and lace-up brogues.
Meanwhile, Jennifer stunned in her edgy silver gown which clung perfectly to her toned frame.
The beauty ensured her dress took centre stage as she opted to forgo fancy accessories, save for two rings, while her raven locks were swept back into a tight bun.
The duo looked in good spirits as they walked the red carpet and greeted fans and photographers who gathered to celebrate their latest offering.
![Oh so glam! Jennifer, 51, who plays Penny Benjamin, looked simply flawless in a striking off-the-shoulder metallic gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913449_283_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Oh so glam! Jennifer, 51, who plays Penny Benjamin, looked simply flawless in a striking off-the-shoulder metallic gown
![Fabulous: The stars were in good company as a host of famous faces stepped out to celebrate their new film at the screening including a glamorous Eva Longoria and heavily pregnant Adriana Lima, who showcased her growing baby bump in a cut-out dress](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913450_324_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Fare to bare: The pregnant star was clearly taking maternity style tips from Rihanna as she showed off her bare stomach](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913450_113_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Fabulous: The stars were in good company as a host of famous faces stepped out to celebrate their new film at the screening including a glamorous Eva Longoria [L] and heavily pregnant Adriana Lima, who showcased her growing baby bump in a cut-out dress
![Popular guy: Tom was mobbed by a horde of fans who begged for pictures and autographs](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913450_26_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Popular guy: Tom was mobbed by a horde of fans who begged for pictures and autographs
![The whole gang is here! Tom was joined by a plethora of cast and creatives from the Top Gun: Maverick film](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913451_276_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
The whole gang is here! Tom was joined by a plethora of cast and creatives from the Top Gun: Maverick film
![Dressed to impress: Tom beamed with joy as he greeted crowds at the event, with the Hollywood hunk teaming his smart black attire with a crisp white shirt, black bow tie and lace-up brogues](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913451_673_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Dapper: He was every inch the leading man in his smart black attire](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913451_757_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Dressed to impress: Tom beamed with joy as he greeted crowds at the event, with the Hollywood hunk teaming his smart black attire with a crisp white shirt, black bow tie and lace-up brogues
![On eyes on Tom: The stars beamed beneath the glare of dozens of camera bulbs at the star-studded event](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913451_868_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
On eyes on Tom: The stars beamed beneath the glare of dozens of camera bulbs at the star-studded event
![Walk this way: The Maverick star led the way on the red carpet as he and his co-stars arrived at the glitzy event](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913451_244_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Walk this way: The Maverick star led the way on the red carpet as he and his co-stars arrived at the glitzy event
![In the middle: Tom was very much at the centre of everything as he posed in front of a horde of waiting photographers](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913452_916_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
In the middle: Tom was very much at the centre of everything as he posed in front of a horde of waiting photographers
They were joined by co-stars including Miles Teller, who plays Bradley Bradshaw in the film, with the actor looking sharp in a cream tuxedo.
While the likes of Greg Tarzan Davis, Christopher McQuarrie, Jon Hamm and Jay Ellis were all suited and booted for the evening.
The event turned into an extra special one as guests were treated to an impressive fighter-jet flyby, with the sky lit up with clouds of red, white and blue.
Meanwhile, later inside the screening, Tom looked touched as he was awarded an honorary Palme d’Or award, presented to him by the festival’s president Pierre Lescure.
Speaking at the screening amid his award, Tom said: ‘They all worked so hard to bring this to the big screen, and it’s a dream to be here. I’m never going to forget this evening.’
He went on: ‘Thank you for this time. I make these movies for all of you’, reports The Hollywood Reporter.
![](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913452_286_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What a woman: Meanwhile, Jennifer stunned in her edgy silver gown which clung perfectly to her toned frame
![Wow: The beauty ensured her dress took centre stage as she opted to forgo fancy accessories, save for two rings, while her raven locks were swept back into a tight bun](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913452_446_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Flawless: Jennifer kept her make-up look simple and elegant for the eveing](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913452_134_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Wow: The beauty ensured her dress took centre stage as she opted to forgo fancy accessories, save for two rings, while her raven locks were swept back into a tight bun
![Leading lady: Jennifer was every inch the Hollywood beauty as she glided across the red carpet in her silver gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913452_254_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Leading lady: Jennifer was every inch the Hollywood beauty as she glided across the red carpet in her silver gown
![Helping hand: At one point, an assistant helped Jennifer with her dress while she played up to the cameras](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913453_357_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Helping hand: At one point, an assistant helped Jennifer with her dress while she played up to the cameras
![Leading lady: All eyes were on Labyrinth star Jennifer as she posed up a storm in Cannes](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913453_235_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Leading lady: All eyes were on Labyrinth star Jennifer as she posed up a storm in Cannes
![Hey there: The duo looked in good spirits as they walked the red carpet and greeted fans and photographers who gathered to celebrate their latest offering](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913453_25_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Hey there: The duo looked in good spirits as they walked the red carpet and greeted fans and photographers who gathered to celebrate their latest offering
![Chit chat: The two were in deep conversation as Tom took Jennifer's hand to help her down the stairs](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913453_671_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![All smiles: The actress flashed as she stood beside her co-star](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913453_182_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Chit chat: The two were in deep conversation as Tom took Jennifer’s hand to help her down the stairs
![Lovely to be here: The duo looked delighted as they greeted the gathered crowds](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913454_359_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Lovely to be here: The duo looked delighted as they greeted the gathered crowds
The sequel to Tony Scott’s classic 1986 blockbuster Top Gun has been unanimously praised in early reviews with one even declaring that it ‘improves upon the original in every conceivable way.’
Tom, who is famous for doing his own stunts, is said to have trained to withstand g-force power and actually flew in real fighter jets for the sequel.
Peter Hoskin for the Daily Mail gave the film five stars, writing: ‘Whenever the film threatens to become too cosy, it shocks itself – and us – back into the present with another madly ambitious action sequence.’
Tom underwent a full Aviation Survival Training Curriculum before going up in the US Navy F-18, as did his co-stars. They worked up to the supersonic jets by going up in a succession of slower planes first over many months.
![Looking good; They were joined by co-stars including Glen Powell, who portrays Lieutenant 'Hangman' Seresin](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913454_562_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Looking good; They were joined by co-stars including Glen Powell, who portrays Lieutenant ‘Hangman’ Seresin
![What a trio: Tom and Jennifer also strolled with Miles Teller, who plays Bradley Bradshaw in the film, with the actor looking sharp in a cream tuxedo](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913454_663_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What a trio: Tom and Jennifer also strolled with Miles Teller, who plays Bradley Bradshaw in the film, with the actor looking sharp in a cream tuxedo
![Looking suave: Miles, Tom and Jennifer certainly dressed up for the occasion](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913454_195_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Looking suave: Miles, Tom and Jennifer certainly dressed up for the occasion
![A bit of all alright: Miles dressed to impress in a smart cream suit which he teamed with a bow tie and shiny black shoes](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913454_631_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
A bit of all alright: Miles dressed to impress in a smart cream suit which he teamed with a bow tie and shiny black shoes
![Loved up: The actor shared a lingering kiss with wife Keleigh Sperry on the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913455_687_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Romance: The couple couldn't keep their hands off each other as they stood close for photos](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913455_51_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Loved up: The actor shared a lingering kiss with wife Keleigh Sperry on the red carpet
![Get a room! The married couple put on a very amorous display in front of onlookers](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913455_426_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Get a room! The married couple put on a very amorous display in front of onlookers
![Work it: Miles' wife Keleigh looked gorgeous in a powder blue gown which featured a daring split](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913455_0_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Work it: Miles’ wife Keleigh looked gorgeous in a powder blue gown which featured a daring split
![All smiles: Tom and Jennifer were also joined by Jon Hamm on the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913455_547_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
All smiles: Tom and Jennifer were also joined by Jon Hamm on the red carpet
![Good times: Tom was out in front as the cast strutted across the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913456_700_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Good times: Tom was out in front as the cast strutted across the red carpet
![That's my guy! Tom shared a moment with screenwriter Christopher McQuarrie](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913456_465_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
That’s my guy! Tom shared a moment with screenwriter Christopher McQuarrie
![Group shot: Stars of the film were out in force for the premiere [L-R Greg Tarzan Davis, Tom, Christopher McQuarrie, Jennifer , Jon Hamm and Jay Ellis]](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913456_441_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Group shot: Stars of the film were out in force for the premiere [L-R Greg Tarzan Davis, Tom, Christopher McQuarrie, Jennifer , Jon Hamm and Jay Ellis]
![What a gathering: The Top Gun: Maverick cast lined up for photos](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913456_698_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What a gathering: The Top Gun: Maverick cast lined up for photos
![Ensemble: The cast made for a handsome group as they dressed to impress on the night](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913456_65_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Ensemble: The cast made for a handsome group as they dressed to impress on the night
![What's so funny? Tom, Jennifer and Greg Tarzan Davis looked bemused on the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913457_21_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What’s so funny? Tom, Jennifer and Greg Tarzan Davis looked bemused on the red carpet
Much has been made of Tom’s insistence on real flying scenes, with no CGI work. He has said in numerous interviews that he refused to even talk about a Top Gun sequel unless they flew in real planes.
Tom said: ‘For years, people had said, ‘Can’t you shoot [the movie] with CGI?’ And I always said, ‘No. That’s not the experience.’ I said, ‘I need to find the right story. And we’re going to need the right team. This movie is like trying to hit a bullet with a bullet. I’m not playing.’
Earlier in the evening, Tom looked as handsome than ever as he attended the photocall for Top Gun: Maverick alongside Jennifer.
The movie star posed with Jennifer for photos, wearing a tailored navy blue suit over a white shirt, with the pair sharing a tender moment during the event as she adjusted his suit for the photos.
![What a sight! The event turned into an extra special one as guests were treated to an impressive fighter-jet flyby, with the sky lit up with clouds of red, white and blue](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913457_233_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What a sight! The event turned into an extra special one as guests were treated to an impressive fighter-jet flyby, with the sky lit up with clouds of red, white and blue
![](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913457_663_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Amazing: French Alpha Jets Patrouille de France fly over the premiere of the film Top Gun: Maverick
![Thrilling: Everyone looked towards the sky as the fighter jets shot over the premiere in Cannes](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913457_59_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Thrilling: Everyone looked towards the sky as the fighter jets shot over the premiere in Cannes
![Awesome! The film's cast raised their heads in awe at the flyover](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913457_739_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Awesome! The film’s cast raised their heads in awe at the flyover
![How thrilling! The stars marvelled at the fighter jet flyover above](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913458_746_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
How thrilling! The stars marvelled at the fighter jet flyover above
![Loving life: Tom looked mightily impressed by the flyover as he pointed at the sky](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913458_369_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Loving life: Tom looked mightily impressed by the flyover as he pointed at the sky
![Mightily impressed: The cast of the film were very much enjoying the show](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913458_557_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Mightily impressed: The cast of the film were very much enjoying the show
![Well that was good: Jay Ellis, Miles and Jennifer shared a giggle at the event](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913458_459_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Well that was good: Jay Ellis, Miles and Jennifer shared a giggle at the event
His hair was artfully tousled and he carried a pair of aviator style sunglasses, similar to those he sports in the iconic film.
Jennifer looked stunning in a nude textured dress that was adorned in sequins and intricate beading.
Joining them were several of their Top Gun: Maverick co-stars, and the group posed together for a group shot.
Elsewhere at the dazzling premiere, a host of stars pulled out all the stops as they posed for cameras in their finest ensembles.
Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria, 47, put on a glittering display in a sparkling silver off-the-shoulder gown with a daring slit at the back as she graced the red carpet of the swanky event.
![Here he is! Tom looked humbled as adoring fans cheered for him as he arrived for the screening of his latest film](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913459_660_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Here he is! Tom looked humbled as adoring fans cheered for him as he arrived for the screening of his latest film
![In the spotlight: Tom was in his element as he worked the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913459_661_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Fun times: The actor was seen larking about for the cameras at one point](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913459_810_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
In the spotlight: Tom was in his element as he worked the red carpet
![Congratulations: Meanwhile, later inside the screening, Tom looked touched as he was awarded an honorary Palme d’Or award, presented to him by the festival's president Pierre Lescure](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913459_167_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Congratulations: Meanwhile, later inside the screening, Tom looked touched as he was awarded an honorary Palme d’Or award, presented to him by the festival’s president Pierre Lescure
![Honour: Tom posed with his award alongside President of the Cannes Film Festival Pierre Lescure (L) and Cannes Film Festival director Thierry Fremaux](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913459_979_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Honour: Tom posed with his award alongside President of the Cannes Film Festival Pierre Lescure (L) and Cannes Film Festival director Thierry Fremaux
![Excited: Tom beamed with pride as he showed off his prestigious gong](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_16_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Excited: Tom beamed with pride as he showed off his prestigious gong
![Emotional: The film star looked moved as he took to the stage at the screening amid his Palm d'or win](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_947_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Moved: The star clutched on to the microphone during his speech](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_327_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Emotional: The film star looked moved as he took to the stage at the screening amid his Palm d’or win
![Overjoyed: Tom could barely conceal his pride as he took to the stage on Wednesday](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_110_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Overjoyed: Tom could barely conceal his pride as he took to the stage on Wednesday
![Film star: Tom went up on stage after a 13-minute highlight reel of his biggest film hits were shown on screen](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_961_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Film star: Tom went up on stage after a 13-minute highlight reel of his biggest film hits were shown on screen
![Impressive: The sequel to Tony Scott's classic 1986 blockbuster Top Gun has been unanimously praised in early reviews with one even declaring that it 'improves upon the original in every conceivable way' (Tom Cruise pictured in character)](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913460_397_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Impressive: The sequel to Tony Scott’s classic 1986 blockbuster Top Gun has been unanimously praised in early reviews with one even declaring that it ‘improves upon the original in every conceivable way’ (Tom Cruise pictured in character)
Eva pulled out all the stops for the evening as she slipped her figure into the disco ball-esque number which perfectly lung to her frame.
The actress boosted her height with a pair of towering silver platforms which were visible beneath the daring slit at the back of her dress.
Eva allowed her dress to do all the talking as she swept her chocolate locks into a high ponytail, while accentuating her gorgeous features with a glam make-up palette including a dramatic smoky eye.
Meanwhile, Adriana Lima, 40,displayed her blossoming baby bump in a chic black gown with cut out detail to the front to show off her stomach.
![Debonair: Earlier in the evening, Tom looked as handsome than ever as he attended the photocall for Top Gun: Maverick alongside Jennifer](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913461_808_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Debonair: Earlier in the evening, Tom looked as handsome than ever as he attended the photocall for Top Gun: Maverick alongside Jennifer
![Dapper: The movie star posed alongside Jennifer Connelly for photos, wearing a tailored navy blue suit over a white shirt](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913461_700_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Bold: She added a pop of colour to her ensemble with a pair of eye-catching red knee-high heeled boots](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913461_59_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Dapper: The movie star posed alongside Jennifer for photos, wearing a tailored navy blue suit over a white shirt
![Touching: At one point during the event, the A Beautiful Mind star tenderly fixed her co-star Tom's collar for him](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913461_58_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Touching: At one point during the event, the A Beautiful Mind star tenderly fixed her co-star Tom’s collar for him
![Need for speed: His hair was artfully tousled and he sported a pair of aviator style sunglasses, similar to those he sports in the iconic film](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913462_461_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Represent: He channelled his Top Gun character Maverick](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913462_576_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Need for speed: His hair was artfully tousled and he sported a pair of aviator style sunglasses, similar to those he sports in the iconic film
![Cast: Joining them were several of their Top Gun: Maverick co-stars, and the group posed together for a group shot](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913462_556_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Cast: Joining them were several of their Top Gun: Maverick co-stars, and the group posed together for a group shot
![Flying high: The film shows Tom's character Maverick flying supersonic jets on a dangerous secret mission – at 'Mach 2 with his hair on fire,' as Cruise puts it](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913462_343_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Flying high: The film shows Tom’s character Maverick flying supersonic jets on a dangerous secret mission – at ‘Mach 2 with his hair on fire,’ as Cruise puts it
The model, who announced she was pregnant with her third child back in February, revealed her and her boyfriend Andre Lemmers were expecting a boy via Instagram last month.
The newest member of Lima’s family will be her third child. She shares daughters Valentina, 12, and 9-year-old Sienna with her ex-husband Marko Jarić.
Adriana was seen cosying up to Andre on the red carpet as he tenderly placed his hands on her baby bump.
The couple shared a kiss on the red carpet before they walked inside to take their seat for the screening.
After Cannes was entirely cancelled in 2020 and held under strict health protocols in 2021, the red carpet returned in all its glamour on Tuesday night for the Opening Ceremony.
The film chosen to open the festival was Final Cut, a comedy love letter to filmmaking and Z-list zombie movies from the team behind the award-winning The Artist.
![Dazzling: Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria, 47, put on a glittering display in a sparkling silver off-the-shoulder gown with a daring slit at the back as she graced the red carpet of the swanky event](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913462_841_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Dazzling: Desperate Housewives star Eva Longoria, 47, put on a glittering display in a sparkling silver off-the-shoulder gown with a daring slit at the back as she graced the red carpet of the swanky event
![Flawless: Eva allowed her dress to do all the talking as she swept her chocolate locks into a high ponytail, while accentuating her gorgeous features with a glam make-up palette including a dramatic smoky eye](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913463_315_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Flawless: Eva allowed her dress to do all the talking as she swept her chocolate locks into a high ponytail, while accentuating her gorgeous features with a glam make-up palette including a dramatic smoky eye
![Garnering attention: The actress stepped out in yet another showstopping number and showed it off as she posed for photographs at Palais des Festivals](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913463_205_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Garnering attention: The actress stepped out in yet another showstopping number and showed it off as she posed for photographs at Palais des Festivals
There is set to be an array of TikTok stars taking to the red carpet this year after organisers sought to refresh their image by partnering with the video streaming platform, which is sponsoring an award for short films.
In total, some 35,000 film professionals are expected to attend the festival between May 17 and 28, hoping for a return to form for cinema’s most glamorous event after two years when it was hampered by Covid-19 restrictions.
‘We are ready. The town hall has just redone everything – the whole place – so we hope it will go well,’ said Jeremie Tripet, manager of ‘L’Avenue’, a bistro just off the main drag known as La Croisette.
One major exception is the absence of Russians, due to the impact of sanctions over the war in Ukraine and a ruling from the organisers that state-linked delegates are not welcome. China is also expected to have a limited presence due to its continuing Covid restrictions.
![Baby's on the way: Adriana was glowing as she walked the red carpet, showing off her growing baby bump in the process](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913463_286_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![The star had some help on hand in the form of her boyfriend Andre Lemmers who carefully placed her dress on the ground behind her](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913463_886_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Baby’s on the way: Adriana was glowing as she walked the red carpet, showing off her growing baby bump in the process
![Happy couple: The model, who announced she was pregnant with her third child back in February, revealed her and her boyfriend Andre Lemmers were expecting a boy via Instagram last month](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913463_194_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Happy couple: The model, who announced she was pregnant with her third child back in February, revealed her and her boyfriend Andre Lemmers were expecting a boy via Instagram last month
![In love: Adriana was seen cosying up to Andre on the red carpet as he tenderly placed his hands on her baby bump](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913464_314_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![The newest member of Lima's family will be her third child. She shares daughters Valentina, 12, and 9-year-old Sienna with her ex-husband Marko Jarić](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913464_172_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
In love: Adriana was seen cosying up to Andre on the red carpet as he tenderly placed his hands on her baby bump
But otherwise the festival is keen to put the pandemic in the past, with no mandatory masks or health passes this year – and no restrictions to partying.
Film fans can get stuck into the usual feast of new releases and competition entries, braving the festival’s famously opinionated crowds, who are never shy about cheering and booing during screenings.
The two-week annual event will see hotly-anticipated films Top Gun: Maverick and King of Rock ‘N Roll’ biopic Elvis shown.
![Strike a pose: Jasmine Tookes confidently posed at the event, with her dress being made of a material with a crimped texture](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913464_310_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Strike a pose: Jasmine Tookes confidently posed at the event, with her dress being made of a material with a crimped texture
![Dazzling: She bought a touch of sparkle to the red carpet with the silver sequins which swept down the top of the corset of her dress to one side and around the back](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913464_705_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![The star's garment dripped at the back to leave plenty of skin on show](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913464_78_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Dazzling: She bought a touch of sparkle to the red carpet with the silver sequins which swept down the top of the corset of her dress to one side and around the back
![Glamour puss: The fashionista wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty facial features and opted for a pair of pendulum earrings to accessorise](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913465_301_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Glamour puss: The fashionista wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty facial features and opted for a pair of pendulum earrings to accessorise
![Star power: Jasmine stood out from the crowd in her brightly coloured dress as she walked up the red carpet at the event](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913465_519_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Star power: Jasmine stood out from the crowd in her brightly coloured dress as she walked up the red carpet at the event
![In style: Josephine Skriver's garment was cinched in at the waist while its ruffles flared out to the side and back into the train which swept the floor behind her](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913465_897_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
In style: Josephine Skriver’s garment was cinched in at the waist while its ruffles flared out to the side and back into the train which swept the floor behind her
![Model behaviour: Josephine's dress had the hint of a look of a traditional tuxedo with a white panel to the front](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913465_38_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Model behaviour: Josephine’s dress had the hint of a look of a traditional tuxedo with a white panel to the front
![Famous friends: The models were seen walking up the stairs and into the building with Josephine's flowing train of her dress following up behind her](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913466_585_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Famous friends: The models were seen walking up the stairs and into the building with Josephine’s flowing train of her dress following up behind her
![Good spirits: The pair were seen laughing and chatting as they walked along the red carpet after posing for pictures](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913466_873_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Good spirits: The pair were seen laughing and chatting as they walked along the red carpet after posing for pictures
There’s a lot of excitement around the Elvis Presley biopic from Australia’s Baz Luhrmann, hoping to recreate the buzz he generated when he brought the can-can to Cannes with Moulin Rouge! 20 years ago.
Elvis, playing out of competition, sees newcomer Austin Butler stepping into The King’s blue suede shoes. Tom Hanks plays his infamous manager, Colonel Tom Parker.
There are 21 films in the race for the Palme d’Or, including the latest body-horror fable from David Cronenberg, Crimes of the Future, starring Lea Seydoux and Kristen Stewart.
![Gorgeous: Elle Fanning, 24, stunned in a beautiful dusky pink fishtail gown as she made a glamorous arrival for the Top Gun: Maverick screening](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913466_901_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Gorgeous: Elle Fanning, 24, stunned in a beautiful dusky pink fishtail gown as she made a glamorous arrival for the Top Gun: Maverick screening
![A vision: The actress showcased her svelte physique in the form-fitting gown covered with sparkling sequins as she walked the star-studded red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913466_18_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
A vision: The actress showcased her svelte physique in the form-fitting gown covered with sparkling sequins as she walked the star-studded red carpet
![Stunning: Elle put on a jaw-dropping display in the beautiful pink gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913466_553_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Beautiful: The gown boasted a fitted bodice covered with silver beaded detailing](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913467_402_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Stunning: Elle put on a jaw-dropping display in the beautiful pink gown with a fitted bodice covered with silver beaded detailing
![Here she is! The Great star's dress flowed into a fishtail tulle skirt, which followed the actress as she made her way along the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913467_908_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Here she is! The Great star’s dress flowed into a fishtail tulle skirt, which followed the actress as she made her way along the red carpet
![Elle of the ball! The actress looked every inch the Hollywood Princess as she ascended the carpeted stairs](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913467_219_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Elle of the ball! The actress looked every inch the Hollywood Princess as she ascended the carpeted stairs
![Stealing the show: Rochelle Humes was a glowing goddess in a sheer cut-out dress as she joined fellow Brits rocking up to the screening](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913467_623_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Stealing the show: Rochelle Humes was a glowing goddess in a sheer cut-out dress as she joined fellow Brits rocking up to the screening
![Red carpet glamour: The singer-cum-television presenter, 33, slipped her figure into a sheer, cut-out dress, which featured a collection of embellishments around her collar, bust and abs](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913468_546_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Incredible: Rochelle ensured she pulled out all the stops at Palais des Festivals](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913468_457_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Red carpet glamour: The singer-cum-television presenter, 33, slipped her figure into a sheer, cut-out dress, which featured a collection of embellishments around her collar, bust and abs
![Striking a pose: The former Saturdays hitmaker opted for striking jewellery, namely an unmissable pair of silver dangly earrings](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913468_930_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Striking a pose: The former Saturdays hitmaker opted for striking jewellery, namely an unmissable pair of silver dangly earrings
![Figure flaunting: The glamorous number featured a train which kept her footwear hidden, although the transparency of the gown did show she added several inches to her height with heels](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913468_671_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Figure flaunting: The glamorous number featured a train which kept her footwear hidden, although the transparency of the gown did show she added several inches to her height with heels
The Canadian director told IndieWire it is likely to cause walkouts ‘within the first five minutes’.
There are only five women directors in the competition, hoping to follow the success of last year’s winner, Titane, which made Julia Ducournau only the second female to win the Palme.
Alongside all the glitz, festival director Thierry Fremaux said Cannes aimed to keep the war in Ukraine in the spotlight.
![A vision: Viola Davis caught the eye in a showstopping off-the-shoulder yellow gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913468_184_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
A vision: Viola Davis caught the eye in a showstopping off-the-shoulder yellow gown
![Hello yellow! The How To Get Away With Murder star, 56, was bound to turn heads in her beautiful, bold gown which cinched her in at the waist and featured a ruffled trim on the neckline](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913469_675_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Hello yellow! The How To Get Away With Murder star, 56, was bound to turn heads in her beautiful, bold gown which cinched her in at the waist and featured a ruffled trim on the neckline
![Couple goals: The film star was supported on the red carpet by husband Julius Tennon, who looked dapper in a black tuxedo](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913469_763_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Couple goals: The film star was supported on the red carpet by husband Julius Tennon, who looked dapper in a black tuxedo
![What a view! Viola had earlier stood out in her incredible gown as she posed for a photoshoot on a balcony](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913469_246_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Looking fabulous: The actress looked amazing as she wore her natural hair in an afro](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913469_918_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
What a view! Viola had earlier stood out in her incredible gown as she posed for a photoshoot on a balcony
![Picture perfect: The actress was sure to capture shots of her yellow ballgown ahead of attending the screening](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913470_988_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Picture perfect: The actress was sure to capture shots of her yellow ballgown ahead of attending the screening
![Lady in red: Kat Graham looked gorgeous in a dramatic red layered tulle dress](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913470_155_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Lady in red: Kat Graham looked gorgeous in a dramatic red layered tulle dress
![Command: The star owned the red carpet in her stunning dress, with Kat slicking her locks back into a sleek style](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913470_453_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Command: The star owned the red carpet in her stunning dress, with Kat slicking her locks back into a sleek style
‘Together we will have a great festival – we will think a lot about cinema without ever stopping thinking about Ukraine.’
The final film by Lithuanian director Mantas Kvedaravicius, who was killed by Russian forces in Ukraine last month, will get a special screening.
He was shooting a follow-up to his celebrated documentary Mariupolis, about the conflict in Ukraine’s Donbas region, when he was reportedly captured and killed.
![A right Royal turnout! Princess Diana's nieces Lady Eliza (right) and Lady Amelia Spencer (left) put on a dazzling display as they took to the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival today](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913471_785_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
A right Royal turnout! Princess Diana’s nieces Lady Eliza (right) and Lady Amelia Spencer (left) put on a dazzling display as they took to the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival today
![Ladies' day: Lady Amelia was the picture of elegance in a black one-shoulder asymmetrical gown decorated with pleated chiffon with a flowing floor-length skirt](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913471_216_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Ladies’ day: Lady Amelia was the picture of elegance in a black one-shoulder asymmetrical gown decorated with pleated chiffon with a flowing floor-length skirt
![Siblings: Meanwhile, Eliza opted for a jaw-dropping black halterneck gown decorated with silver jewels featuring a thigh-high slit and cut-out detail](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913471_562_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Siblings: Meanwhile, Eliza opted for a jaw-dropping black halterneck gown decorated with silver jewels featuring a thigh-high slit and cut-out detail
![Fashion focus: Meanwhile, Hofit Golan, 36, wore an off-the-shoulder pastel blue sheer dress with feathered detail](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913472_551_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Golden girl: Following Hofit was Grace Elizabeth, 25, who dazzled in a floor-sweeping gold gown for the evening](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913472_494_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Fashion focus: Meanwhile, Hofit Golan, 36, wore an off-the-shoulder pastel blue sheer dress with feathered detail
![Sheer beauty: The star wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty facial features and wore her blonde hair back off her face](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913472_60_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Sheer beauty: The star wore lashings of make-up to highlight her pretty facial features and wore her blonde hair back off her face
![That's how it's done: Hofit looked lovely as she posed alongside Alvaro Nunez, who looked suave in an emerald green blazer](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913472_995_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
That’s how it’s done: Hofit looked lovely as she posed alongside Alvaro Nunez, who looked suave in an emerald green blazer
![All eyes on her: Grace Elizabeth, 25, dazzled in a floor-sweeping gold gown for the evening, with the star glancing back over her shoulder as she posed](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913472_353_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![The star's dress was backless, leaving plenty of skin on show](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913473_915_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
All eyes on her: Grace Elizabeth, 25, dazzled in a floor-sweeping gold gown for the evening, with the star glancing back over her shoulder as she posed
![Shining bright: She was dripping in jewellery for the event and wore a pair of strappy gold heels to match her dress](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913473_789_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Shining bright: She was dripping in jewellery for the event and wore a pair of strappy gold heels to match her dress
The main competition also includes exiled Russian Kirill Serebrennikov, who was unable to attend for his two previous nominations due to a politically charged conviction for embezzlement back home.
Fremaux said the festival wanted to lend a hand to ‘the Russians who take risks to resist’ while offering ‘absolute and non-negotiable support to the Ukrainian people’.
The jury charged with selecting the winners this year includes Indian superstar Deepika Padukone and Iran’s two-time Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi, and is headed by French actor Vincent Lindon.
The world’s biggest film festival will conclude with the Closing Ceremony on May 28.
![Pink lady: British singer Tallia Storm ensured she was noticed on the red carpet as she stepped out in a baby pink gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913473_152_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Pink lady: British singer Tallia Storm ensured she was noticed on the red carpet as she stepped out in a baby pink gown
![Kiss kiss: Tallia was loving life in the spotlight as she blew a kiss for the cameras while modelling her cleavage-baring gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913473_261_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Kiss kiss: Tallia was loving life in the spotlight as she blew a kiss for the cameras while modelling her cleavage-baring gown
![Stepping out: French model Didi Stone who wore a gold and black patterned dress](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913474_703_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Elsewhere, Chanel Iman, 31, wore a bright white dress with a thigh-high split, with the model putting on a leggy display on the red carpet](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913474_636_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Stepping out: Elsewhere, Chanel Iman, 31, wore a bright white dress with a thigh-high split, with the model putting on a leggy display on the red carpet. She was joined by French model Didi Stone who wore a gold and black patterned dress
![Supermodel behaviour: Russian model Sasha Luss, 29, looked glamorous in a sequinned see-through dress with her white underwear on show beneath](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913474_343_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Supermodel behaviour: Russian model Sasha Luss, 29, looked glamorous in a sequinned see-through dress with her white underwear on show beneath
![Ready to pose: Matthew Postlethwaite looked dapper in a red blazer as he posed for a snap](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913474_181_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Ready to pose: Matthew Postlethwaite looked dapper in a red blazer as he posed for a snap
![Radiant: Toni Garn looked lovely in a slinky white dress with feathered detailing](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913474_136_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Radiant: Toni Garn looked lovely in a slinky white dress with feathered detailing
![Flower power: Eva was almost outdone by stunning actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who went all out in a dramatic floral embellished black gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913475_926_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Flower power: Eva was almost outdone by stunning actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who went all out in a dramatic floral embellished black gown
![Arrival: Nina Dobrev was earlier seen looking as chic as ever as she arrived in Cannes for the festival](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913475_119_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Arrival: Nina Dobrev was earlier seen looking as chic as ever as she arrived in Cannes for the festival
![Chic: The Vampire Diaries star, 33, looked elegant in a dark navy jumpsuit which featured a ruffled trim on the top](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913475_844_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
![Details: The star accessorised her look with silver heels and a red handbag slung over her shoulder](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913476_401_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Chic: The Vampire Diaries star, 33, looked elegant in a dark navy jumpsuit which featured a ruffled trim on the top
![Lovely: Nina looked the picture of style as se strutted down the cobbled street in her flared jumpsuit](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913476_141_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Lovely: Nina looked the picture of style as se strutted down the cobbled street in her flared jumpsuit
‘I make these movies for all of you’: Tom Cruise is met with a standing ovation as he receives the Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival – after fighter jets whizzed over the red carpet ahead of Top Gun: Maverick screening
- The actor, 59, addressed the crowd before being handed the coveted accolade and said, ‘Thank you for your time. I make these movies for all of you’
- The Palme d’Or is the highest prize awarded at the annual event and was introduced in 1955 by the festival’s organising committee
- The three-time Golden Globe winner was in awe on the Palais des Festivals red carpet as eight fighter jets whizzed above the proceedings
- In a nod to the country that has hosted the festival for three quarters of a century, the jets spit out smoke in red and blue to match the French flag
- Elsewhere during the momentous evening, the box office sensation, who is only adding to his enviable list of awards, credited his collaborators at Paramount
- ‘They all worked so hard to bring this to the big screen, and it’s a dream to be here. I’m never going to forget this evening,’ he gushed
Tom Cruise was met with rapturous applause and several standing ovations on Wednesday evening as he was awarded the prestigious Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival.
The actor, whose hotly-anticipated movie Top Gun: Maverick was screened during the second evening of the two-week festival, addressed the crowd before being handed the coveted accolade and said, ‘Thank you for your time. I make these movies for all of you.’
Prior to receiving the award from Cannes festival director Thierry Fremaux, the three-time Golden Globe winner, 59, was in awe on the Palais des Festivals red carpet as eight fighter jets whizzed above the proceedings.
!['I make these movies for all of you': Tom Cruise was met with a standing ovation as he received the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913476_558_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
‘I make these movies for all of you’: Tom Cruise was met with a standing ovation as he received the Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday
In a nod to the country that has hosted the festival for three quarters of a century, the jets spit out smoke in red and blue to match the French flag.
Elsewhere during the momentous evening, the box office sensation, who is only adding to his enviable list of awards, credited his collaborators at Paramount.
‘They all worked so hard to bring this to the big screen, and it’s a dream to be here. I’m never going to forget this evening,’ he gushed.
![Special moment: Prior to receiving the award from Cannes festival director Thierry Fremaux, the three-time Golden Globe winner, 59, was in awe on the Palais des Festivals red carpet as eight fighter jets whizzed above the proceedings](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913476_849_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Special moment: Prior to receiving the award from Cannes festival director Thierry Fremaux, the three-time Golden Globe winner, 59, was in awe on the Palais des Festivals red carpet as eight fighter jets whizzed above the proceedings
![Memorable evening: The actor's hotly-anticipated movie Top Gun: Maverick was screened during the second evening of the two-week festival (pictured with Thierry Fremaux)](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913477_678_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Memorable evening: The actor’s hotly-anticipated movie Top Gun: Maverick was screened during the second evening of the two-week festival (pictured with Thierry Fremaux)
![Genuine: Tom addressed the crowd before being handed the coveted accolade and said, 'Thank you for your time. I make these movies for all of you' (Pierre Lescure pictured)](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913477_3_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Genuine: Tom addressed the crowd before being handed the coveted accolade and said, ‘Thank you for your time. I make these movies for all of you’ (Pierre Lescure pictured)
Tom’s standing ovations mark one of the first times of late that an actor has been given such a reaction prior to the first frame of a film gracing the screen.
The Palme d’Or is the highest prize awarded at the annual event and was introduced in 1955 by the festival’s organising committee.
The award replaced the Grand Prix du Festival International du Film as the highest prize, which was in place from 1939 to 1954.
![Genuine: Elsewhere during the momentous evening, the box office sensation, who is only adding to his enviable list of awards, credited his collaborators at Paramount](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913477_135_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Genuine: Elsewhere during the momentous evening, the box office sensation, who is only adding to his enviable list of awards, credited his collaborators at Paramount
![Well done: The Palme d'Or is the highest prize awarded at the annual event and was introduced in 1955 by the festival's organising committee](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913477_69_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Well done: The Palme d’Or is the highest prize awarded at the annual event and was introduced in 1955 by the festival’s organising committee
However The Palme d’Or was replaced again by the Grand Prix, before being reintroduced in 1975.
Leading man Tom and his co-star Jennifer Connelly dressed to impress as they arrived at the star-studded premiere of their film Top Gun: Maverick.
The actor, who reprised his famous role as LT Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell for the film, cut a dapper figure in a classic black tuxedo, while Jennifer, 51, who plays Penny Benjamin, looked simply flawless in a striking off-the-shoulder metallic gown.
![Daring: Wallis Day flashed some skin in a striking, semi-sheer black gown](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913478_163_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Daring: Wallis Day flashed some skin in a striking, semi-sheer black gown
![Poser: The actress pulled off her best poses on the red carpet as she modelled her dramatic black dress](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913478_492_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Poser: The actress pulled off her best poses on the red carpet as she modelled her dramatic black dress
![In addition: There was also a screening of This is Spinal Tap on the same night over at Cinema de La PLAGE](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913478_885_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
In addition: There was also a screening of This is Spinal Tap on the same night over at Cinema de La PLAGE
![Talent: Rob Reiner [R] spoke on stage about the 1984 American mockumentary film of which he co-wrote and directed](https://allnewspresscdn.cloudspecter.com/deutsch/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/1652913478_275_Tom-Cruise-and-Jennifer-Connelly-arrive-in-style-at-the.jpg)
Talent: Rob Reiner [R] spoke on stage about the 1984 American mockumentary film of which he co-wrote and directed