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'Top Gun: Maverick' director Joseph Kosinski to direct 'Miami Vice' remake

ANI April 29, 2025 158 views

Joseph Kosinski, fresh off the massive success of 'Top Gun: Maverick,' is set to direct a 'Miami Vice' remake for Universal. Dan Gilroy will pen the screenplay, though plot details remain under wraps. The original 1980s TV series and 2006 film adaptation had cult followings despite mixed reception. Kosinski will also produce alongside Dylan Clark, with casting yet to be announced.

"Director Kosinski steered 'Top Gun: Maverick' to a blockbuster success with nearly $1.5 billion globally." – Variety"
Washington DC, April 29: The 'Top Gun: Maverick' director, Joseph Kosinski, is set to direct a 'Miami Vice' remake for Universal Pictures, reported Variety.

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Joseph Kosinski to direct 'Miami Vice' remake

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Dan Gilroy writing the screenplay

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2006 film starred Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell

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Original series ran from 1984-1989

According to the outlet, Dan Gilroy will write the screenplay for the movie. The plot details of the film have not been released yet.

The movie is based on the 1980s TV series, starring Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas as undercover detectives in South Florida. This NBC TV series ran for five seasons from 1984 to 1989.

A film version of the series was first attempted in 2006. Actor Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell starred in the lead roles while Michael Mann directed the movie.

Though the movie gained a cult status among its fans, the Miami Vice (film) was not well received in the theatres, reported Variety.

The lead cast for the remake has yet to be announced by the makers. Along with direction, Kosinski will also produce through his company, Monolith.

Along with him, Dylan Clark, who worked with Kosinski on 2016's post-apocalyptic action thriller "Oblivion" as well as the Matt Reeves-directed "Planet of the Apes" series, will also serve as a producer through Dylan Clark Productions, reported Variety.

Director Kosinski, who steered "Top Gun: Maverick" to a blockbuster success with nearly 1.5 billion USD at the global box office, will debut his next feature, 'F1', which stars Brad Pitt in the lead role.

It is slated to release on June 27, 2025, in USA theatres.

Reader Comments

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Marcus T.
Kosinski absolutely crushed it with Top Gun: Maverick! If he can bring that same energy to Miami Vice, we're in for a treat. Though I hope they don't stray too far from the original series' vibe. 🤞
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Sarah L.
Not sure how I feel about this... the 2006 movie was already pretty divisive. Maybe they should focus on original ideas instead of remaking everything? Just my two cents.
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Jamal R.
As a huge fan of the original series, I'm cautiously optimistic. Kosinski knows how to handle action sequences, but Miami Vice was always more about style and mood. Hope he gets that right!
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Tina K.
OMG yes!! The original Miami Vice soundtrack was everything. If they can get that synthwave aesthetic right with modern production values, I'm 100% in. Crockett and Tubbs forever! 🎷
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Derek P.
Respectfully, I think this is a mistake. The 2006 film had Michael Mann's signature style and still didn't quite work. Maybe some properties should stay in their original era?
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Aisha B.
Excited to see who they cast! Hoping for some fresh faces rather than big names - the original worked because Don Johnson wasn't a mega-star yet. Also praying for pastel suits and no shoes. 😂

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