It sounds like a major reboot of Miami Vice is in the works — and with a strong creative team in place, the project has serious potential. Here's a quick breakdown of what we know so far:
- Director: Levain Kosinski, known for Tron: Legacy and Top Gun: Maverick’s visual tone and action pacing, is reportedly set to helm the new Miami Vice film for Universal Pictures.
- Screenplay: Dan Gilroy (writer/director of Nightcrawler, Velvet Buzzsaw) is adapting the script, based on an initial draft by Eric Warren Singer — the same writer who worked on Top Gun: Maverick. That connection suggests a possible return to the sleek, stylish, and character-driven storytelling that made Maverick a hit.
- Legacy: The original Miami Vice (1984–1989), created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann, revolutionized television with its moody cinematography, synth-heavy soundtrack, and morally complex storytelling. It was a cultural touchstone — and its 2006 film adaptation, directed by Mann himself and starring Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell, was a stylish but divisive entry in the franchise.
- Tone & Vision: With Gilroy at the wheel, fans can expect a darker, more psychological edge — possibly echoing the tone of Nightcrawler or Andor (which he’s developing for Disney+). Given his work on Andor, which explores institutional power and systemic corruption, it’s possible the new Miami Vice could lean into deeper social commentary, not just style and action.
- Timeline: The project isn’t moving immediately — Kosinski’s F1 film (likely F1, a Formula 1 drama) is set to release in June, meaning the Miami Vice reboot will likely be a later project. That gives Kosinski time to refine the vision — and yes, maybe track down the perfect Ferrari for his next vehicle-driven thriller.
Bottom Line: This isn’t just another rehash. With a director who understands visual storytelling and a writer who knows how to build tension and atmosphere, this Miami Vice could be a bold reimagining — one that honors the original’s legacy while carving out a fresh, modern identity. Whether it’s a neo-noir crime saga, a meditation on power and identity, or a high-octane chase film, it’s shaping up to be one to watch.
And yes — if Kosinski’s actually driving a Ferrari on set, we’re not mad about that. 🏎️🔥