Director Joseph Kosinski, fresh off the massive success of Top Gun: Maverick, has officially titled his upcoming Miami Vice reboot as ‘Vice City.’ In a move that has delighted fans of the original series, the film will return to its neon-soaked roots with a 1980s period setting, eschewing the modern-day gritty realism of the 2006 Michael Mann film. The production aims to capture the specific aesthetic, fashion, and synth-heavy atmosphere of the decade that made the original show a cultural phenomenon.

The film has locked in a star-studded duo to lead the investigation as Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs. Michael B. Jordan is set to play the suave and sharp Tubbs, while Austin Butler will step into the role of the cool, linen-suited Crockett. Industry insiders report that the chemistry between the two actors was a deciding factor for Kosinski, who wants to replicate the iconic partnership while bringing a modern cinematic intensity to the high-speed boat chases and undercover operations. 

Production is slated to begin in Miami later this year, with a significant portion of the budget dedicated to period-accurate production design and a soundtrack that pays homage to the original’s groundbreaking use of popular music. Universal Pictures is positioning ‘Vice City’ as a major summer blockbuster for 2026, hoping that the combination of Kosinski’s technical mastery and the star power of Jordan and Butler will revitalize the franchise for a new generation.