Universal Sets Miami Vice ’85 with Jordan & Butler
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- Universal confirmed the "Miami Vice ’85" reboot, starring Michael B. Jordan as Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs and Austin Butler as James “Sonny” Crockett.
- Joseph Kosinski will direct the IMAX‑filmed movie, slated for release on Aug. 6, 2027, with production beginning later this year.
- Dan Gilroy wrote the screenplay, based on Anthony Yerkovich’s original characters, following an earlier draft by Eric Warren Singer.
- Dylan Clark serves as a producer alongside director Joseph Kosinski, with Sara Scott and Christina Hoffrogge overseeing production development.
- Michael B. Jordan recently won the Academy Award for Best Actor and will also star, direct, and produce a new "Thomas Crown Affair" reimagining for Amazon MGM Studios.
- Austin Butler earned an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Elvis Presley and has upcoming roles in A24’s “Enemies” and other high‑profile projects.
Why it matters: Universal secures a marquee franchise starring Oscar‑winning Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, likely bolstering its box‑office slate. The IMAX‑planned, Aug. 6 2027 release gives the studio a summer blockbuster anchor, while director Joseph Kosinski’s involvement signals a high‑budget, prestige‑driven effort and expands Universal’s profile in the competitive summer market.
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