Michael B. Jordan in Talks to Star as Rico Tubbs in Universal Pictures' Miami Vice Reboot
Michael B. Jordan is reportedly in talks to star as Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs in Universal Pictures’ upcoming Miami Vice reboot, directed by Joseph Kosinski. Jordan, known for his roles in Fruitvale Station and the Creed trilogy, has shown his versatility in various projects, including the horror film Sinners, where he played twin brothers Smoke and Stack. The movie became the highest-grossing original horror film in history, earning $366 million worldwide. Jordan is also involved in Amazon MGM Studios’ The Thomas Crown Affair, where he serves as director, producer, and star.
In the Miami Vice reboot, Jordan would collaborate with director Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on Top Gun: Maverick and the upcoming F1: The Movie. The film is set to be a sleek, high-energy crime series, fitting Kosinski’s track record for big-screen spectacle. The screenplay is penned by Eric Warren Singer and Dan Gilroy, with Dylan Clark producing alongside Kosinski. The movie is scheduled for release on August 6, 2027, with production slated to begin next year. Universal has confirmed the project but has not announced additional casting details. The film will be shot for Imax, emphasizing the studio’s commitment to delivering a cinematic experience.
Miami Vice, originally airing in the 1980s, starred Don Johnson as James "Sonny" Crockett and Philip Michael Thomas as Ricardo "Rico" Tubbs, portraying undercover detectives in Miami’s vibrant nightlife and criminal underworld. The series left a lasting impact on popular culture, influencing fashion trends and Hollywood filmmaking aesthetics. The reboot aims to revisit this world, exploring the glamour and corruption of mid-80s Miami, drawing inspiration from the show’s pilot and first season.