MIAMI VICE from UNIVERSAL. The film reboot had rumors swirling with Tom Cruise as "James Sonny Crockett" and Micheal B. Jordan as "Ricardo Rico Tubbs." That was wishful thinking of course with Cruise because of his price tag. It would've been cool though.
The Hollywood talk has ended. Michael B. Jordan (Ricardo Rico Tubbs) and Austin Butler (James Sonny Crocket) have both signed onto the the remake of "Miami Vice" (IMAX 2027). Filming begins in 2026 from Universal pictures. Joseph Kosinski will Direct. As a fan. I can't stand it.!!!
This is based on the popular NBC TV crime show, "Miami Vice" (Series Run from 1984 to 1989). Back then, it starred Don Johnson as "Crockett" and Phillip Micheal Thomas as "Tubbs." Both are undercover detectives. It was executive produced by film director Michael Mann.
The show was set in Miami during the 1980's with more style over substance. Fast cars, beautiful women, luxury boats and colorful clothes - worn by the men. Sonny Crockett set a fashion trend with his eye popping jackets, pants and shoes. (I had a few of his jackets. Hah.!).
Michael Mann developed "Vice" into a gritty film (2006) starring Colin Farrell (Crockett) and Jamie Foxx (Tubbs). It was far removed from the stylish TV show. Miami and the illegal drug trade was the hard focus. I'm a big fan and couldn't wait to see it in movie theaters. It also starred the beautiful Asian actress Gong Li. (I was her number #1 fan back then. (I still am - I guess).
"Vice" 2006 grabbed $164 million at the world-wide box office. It was more popular in Foreign countries than in North America. It has made a resurgence over the years and has become a cult favorite. It is still one of my favorites.!
Let's see what 2027 will bring.
Below is from NBC Classics. The original TV trailer for "Miami Vice" 1984.
