Austin Butler in Talks to Join Miami Vice

Austin Butler is in early talks to play James "Sonny" Crockett opposite Michael B. Jordan, who is in early talks to play Ricardo "Rico" Tubbs, in Joseph Kosinski's Miami Vice reboot for Universal; neither deal is finalized. The film — written by Eric Warren Singer and Dan Gilroy and produced by Kosinski and Dylan Clark — is inspired by the series' pilot and first season and will explore the glamour and corruption of mid‑1980s Miami. It is based on characters created by Anthony Yerkovich, with Michael Mann credited as an original executive producer. Production is expected to begin in 2026, with the studio adjusting its schedule to accommodate Jordan’s directing and post‑production commitments. The movie will be filmed for IMAX and is dated for release on August 6, 2027. This incarnation is a period piece distinct from Michael Mann’s 2006 adaptation, and further casting and production details will be announced as negotiations progress.