Michael B. Jordan Tapped for Lead Role in New Miami Vice Film

BREAKING: New reports confirm that Michael B. Jordan is set to star in a highly anticipated remake of Miami Vice, directed by Joseph Kosinski. Fresh off his success in the summer horror hit Sinners, Jordan will portray Ricardo Tubbs, the disciplined half of the iconic Miami cop duo. The film is scheduled for release by Universal Pictures on August 6, 2027.

Jordan’s involvement is not officially finalized, but insiders report that negotiations are progressing well. The studio has already adjusted filming schedules to accommodate his upcoming project, The Thomas Crown Affair, where he will both star and direct. The casting for Tubbs’ partner, Sonny Crockett, remains unfilled, with production making this a top priority.

The original Miami Vice series, created by Anthony Yerkovich and executive produced by Michael Mann, revolutionized television in the 1980s with its cinematic style and vibrant Miami backdrop. It was a cultural phenomenon, showcasing the drug underbelly of Miami with style and flair. The series starred Philip Michael Thomas and gained immense popularity, producing a #1 Billboard hit with its iconic theme by Jan Hammer.

Despite a disappointing box office performance in its 2006 film adaptation, starring Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell, the franchise has maintained a loyal cult following. Kosinski, known for his work on Top Gun: Maverick and the upcoming F1: The Movie, brings a fresh perspective to this beloved series, promising to blend high-octane action with modern storytelling.

This latest incarnation of Miami Vice is being scripted by Eric Warren Singer, who collaborated with Kosinski on Top Gun: Maverick, alongside Dan Gilroy of Nightcrawler fame. As the release date approaches, excitement builds among fans eager to see how this classic will be reimagined.

Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops. With casting decisions imminent and filming on the horizon, the anticipation for Michael B. Jordan’s portrayal of Ricardo Tubbs is reaching a fever pitch.