Universal Prepares New ‘Miami Vice’ Film Directed by Joseph Kosinski

Universal Pictures is moving forward with a new adaptation of ‘Miami Vice,’ to be directed by Joseph Kosinski, the filmmaker behind the global hit ‘Top Gun: Maverick.’ The script is being written by Dan Gilroy, building on an earlier draft by Eric Warren Singer, who had to leave the project due to other commitments. The movie will be produced by Dylan Clark and Kosinski himself, under their respective banners. ‘Miami Vice’ originally aired as a TV series from 1984 to 1990, becoming a cultural icon with its pastel aesthetics and stylish portrayal of undercover police work in Miami. A 2006 movie adaptation directed by Michael Mann grossed over $163 million worldwide. This new version has been in development since last year, with Kosinski collaborating with Singer to refine the project before presenting it to Universal. Although Kosinski is currently busy with other projects, including a UFO conspiracy thriller and a Brad Pitt-led Formula 1 drama releasing in June, the ‘Miami Vice’ film remains on his slate. The project brings together seasoned professionals in action filmmaking, hinting at a serious and stylish revival of the franchise.