Michael B. Jordan Negotiates Role in Miami Vice Movie
Michael B. Jordan is reportedly in the early stages of negotiations to star in a new film adaptation of the iconic television series, Miami Vice. This upcoming movie is being developed by Universal Pictures and directed by Joseph Kosinski, notable for his work on various high-profile projects, including Formula 1 films.
Michael B. Jordan as Ricardo Tubbs
If the negotiations are successful, Jordan will portray one half of the legendary duo, Ricardo Tubbs. The role of James Crockett, Tubbs’ partner, has yet to be filled.
Exploring the World of Miami Vice
The film aims to recapture the essence of mid-1980s Miami, focusing on themes of glamour and corruption. It is inspired by the pilot episode and the first season of the original Miami Vice series, which had a significant cultural impact and set trends in fashion and cinematic style.
History of Miami Vice
- Original TV Series: Created by Anthony Yerkovich.
- Main Cast: Don Johnson as James Crockett and Philip Michael Thomas as Ricardo Tubbs.
- 2006 Feature Film: Directed by Michael Mann, featuring Jamie Foxx and Colin Farrell, grossed $163.7 million worldwide.
Production Details
This new Miami Vice feature is being produced by Dylan Clark, known for his work on The Batman, and Joseph Kosinski. The screenplay is developed by Eric Warren Singer and Dan Gilroy, based on the original characters introduced by Yerkovich.
Universal Pictures has not provided any comments regarding the current status of the film.
