Joseph Kosinski is reportedly set to direct a new adaptation of the iconic NBC police series, Miami Vice, for Universal, according to The Hollywood Reporter. This exciting project will see Nightcrawler writer-director Dan Gilroy penning the script, building upon an initial draft by Top Gun: Maverick screenwriter Eric Warren Singer. Gilroy, who has been busy contributing to the acclaimed Star Wars series Andor—created by his brother Tony—brings a wealth of storytelling experience to this venture.
Originally created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann, Miami Vice aired for five seasons from 1984 to 1989, revolutionizing television with its unique style and sound. The series starred Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas as the suave Miami detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs, earning a lasting legacy for its innovative approach to the police drama genre.
The show was previously brought to the big screen in 2006 by Michael Mann, with Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell taking on the roles of Crockett and Tubbs, respectively.
While further details about this new film are scarce, it's clear that *Miami Vice* won't be Kosinski's immediate follow-up to his upcoming film *F1*, set for release in June. This timeline should afford Kosinski ample opportunity to meticulously craft his vision for this beloved franchise, perhaps even choosing the perfect Ferrari to fit the film's aesthetic.