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Joseph Kosinski to Direct New 'Miami Vice' Film for Universal

The director of 'Top Gun: Maverick' teams up with screenwriter Dan Gilroy for a fresh adaptation of the iconic 1980s crime series.

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Jamie Foxx and Colin Farell from 2006's Miami Vice against a bright, multicolored beachside background

Overview

  • Universal Pictures has officially announced Joseph Kosinski as the director and producer of a new 'Miami Vice' film, with Dan Gilroy set to write the screenplay.
  • The project is in early development, with casting yet to begin and no release date currently set.
  • Dylan Clark will produce alongside Kosinski, with Universal’s Sara Scott overseeing production as Executive Vice President of Production Development.
  • The film will draw inspiration from the 1980s NBC series created by Anthony Yerkovich, which was known for its neon aesthetics, stylish wardrobe, and groundbreaking soundtrack.
  • This marks the second feature film adaptation of 'Miami Vice,' following Michael Mann’s 2006 version starring Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell.