Joseph Kosinski, the acclaimed director behind Top Gun: Maverick and Tron: Legacy, is set to helm a new Miami Vice movie for Universal, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The screenplay is being crafted by Dan Gilroy, known for his work on Nightcrawler, who will refine an initial draft penned by Top Gun: Maverick screenwriter Eric Warren Singer. Gilroy has recently been involved in writing multiple episodes of the critically acclaimed Star Wars series Andor, created by his brother Tony Gilroy.
Miami Vice, the iconic NBC police drama created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann, aired for five seasons from 1984 to 1989. The series, which starred Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas as detectives Crockett and Tubbs, revolutionized television with its groundbreaking style, sound, and visuals. It was previously adapted into a film in 2006, directed by Michael Mann and featuring Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell.
While specific details about the new Miami Vice film remain scarce, it's confirmed that this project will not be Kosinski's immediate follow-up to his upcoming release, F1, scheduled for June. This timeline should allow Kosinski ample opportunity to immerse himself in the vibrant world of Miami Vice and ensure the film captures the essence of the beloved series.
