Acclaimed actor John Leguizamo is preparing to take on a menacing turn in director Joseph Kosinski upcoming crime thriller Miami Vice 85. The project marks a fresh cinematic reimagining of the iconic 1980s television police drama, with the versatile Colombian performer boarding the production to portray the central antagonist. This high profile casting move comes under Universal Pictures and significantly raises the profile of the upcoming reboot.
A Darker Turn Following Critical Acclaim
Having earned widespread appreciation for his performance as the loyal Eumaeus in Christopher Nolan summer feature The Odyssey, Leguizamo is pivoting toward a substantially darker character. While the precise details regarding his antagonist remain confidential alongside the broader narrative secrets, his presence positions him squarely against the film undercover law enforcement leads.
Creative Team and All Star Ensemble
The feature is being directed by Joseph Kosinski, known for his work on F1, working from a screenplay penned by Dan Gilroy, the writer and director behind Nightcrawler and brother to Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy. Front and centre in the story are Michael B. Jordan and Austin Butler, who take over the iconic roles of Detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs. Their characters navigate undercover assignments to take down narcotics rings across the stylish backdrop of Miami. Marking the franchise first feature since Michael Mann 2006 adaptation, the movie aims to capture the distinct glamour and underworld corruption of the decade that birthed the property.
Production Timeline and Theatrical Debut
The supporting ensemble features an impressive roster, including Danny Ramirez, Alden Ehrenreich, Whitney Peak, and Camila Morrone. Principal photography is scheduled to kick off this coming November across locations in New York and Miami. Filmed specifically for IMAX presentation, Miami Vice 85 is targeting a theatrical launch on May 19, 2028, positioning itself as one of the most anticipated crime thrillers on the studio calendar.
