Exciting updates for enthusiasts of excitement and flair: Joseph Kosinski, the filmmaker behind
Top Gun: Maverick
and
Tron: Legacy
, is apparently in negotiations to helm a completely new
Miami Vice
film from Universal Pictures. This information was shared by a reliable source.
Daniel Richtman
on his Patreon page.
The film is currently in initial discussions, yet it has attracted several prominent figures. Besides Kosinski overseeing direction, the screenplay will be penned by Dan Gilroy. Notably, Gilroy has made a mark with his previous writing endeavors.
Nightcrawler
, a somber and gripping thriller that garnered significant critical praise. Thanks to Kosinski’s striking visual style and Gilroy’s robust narrative skills, this collaboration has the potential to be quite potent.
Miami Vice
It originally became popular as a television series during the 1980s. The show was renowned for its trendy aesthetic, vibrant neon hues, high-speed car chases, and iconic soundtrack. It revolved around two investigators—Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs—who battled drug traffickers and lawbreakers through the urban landscape of Miami.
In 2006, filmmaker Michael Mann directed
Miami Vice
To the big screen with a darker, edgier adaptation featuring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx. Nearly two decades later, a fresh take might revitalize the franchise for an entirely new audience.
Currently, no casting announcements have been made, nor has a release date been scheduled. Given that the film is still in its initial phases, it may take some time before any trailers or official updates become available. However, considering the involvement of directors like Kosinski and screenwriters such as Gilroy, it’s clear that Universal intends to produce a high-quality project for this remake.
Miami Vice
a big hit.
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