After two decades since the underperforming film by Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx, the director of Top Gun: Maverick and F1 racing series is planning a revival of the '80s hit Miami Vice.
In the world of cinematic adaptations, a fresh take on the iconic '80s detective series, Miami Vice, is on the horizon. Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on films like Tron: Legacy and Top Gun: Maverick, is set to direct a new feature-length film based on the series.
Contrary to some speculations, this upcoming movie is not a remake, reboot, sequel, or a continuation of the 2006 Miami Vice movie directed by Mann. Instead, it is inspired by the pilot episode and the first season of the original television series that ran on NBC from 1984 to 1989.
The original series, starring Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas as detectives James "Sonny" Crockett and Ricardo "Rico" Tubbs, was renowned for its gritty portrayal of undercover police work in Miami, Florida, as they took down drug trafficking at the hands of several cartels. The series was marked by its dramatic and often unresolved endings, with most episodes concluding in a shootout before the suspect could be apprehended.
The 2006 Miami Vice movie, which starred Collin Farrell as Sonny and Jamie Foxx as Tubbs, was shown in theaters and is now widely regarded as a cult classic. However, it failed both critically and financially. Despite Mann not being listed as a producer on Kosinski's upcoming film, his vision is still trusted.
Production for the new Miami Vice movie is set to begin in 2026, with casting currently underway. The movie is set to be filmed for IMAX, similar to Top Gun: Maverick and F1, and is expected to hit theaters on August 6, 2027. The film promises to explore the glamour and corruption of mid-80s Miami, much like its predecessor.
Sean Bailey, the producer connected to Kosinski's new Miami Vice film, played a significant role in Kosinski's transition into filmmaking. Bailey convinced Disney to back Kosinski's work, leading to his directorial success.
As we eagerly await the release of this new adaptation, fans of the original series and the 2006 movie can rest assured that this is a standalone film, not part of the same continuity as the 2006 Miami Vice movie. The upcoming Miami Vice movie is poised to bring a fresh perspective to a beloved series, promising an exciting blend of action, drama, and the vibrant atmosphere of Miami in the 1980s.
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