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Miami Vice Reboot Set for 2027 IMAX Premiere

9/17/2025

Summary

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Universal Pictures' Miami Vice reboot, directed by Joseph Kosinski, premieres on August 6, 2027, drawing inspiration from the original series' pilot and first season.
The film will depict the glamour and corruption of mid-80s Miami, with production starting in 2026 and filming in IMAX.
Dan Gilroy and Eric Singer are writing the screenplay, while Kosinski and Dylan Clark are producing.
Kosinski cites the original series as a significant influence from his childhood.
The reboot follows a 2006 adaptation that grossed $165 million against a $135 million budget.

History

Historical Context

"Miami Vice," which premiered in 1984, captured the essence of Miami's vibrant yet corrupt atmosphere during the 1980s, making Don Johnson a major star. The 2006 film adaptation grossed $164 million, showcasing the franchise's lasting appeal. The upcoming reboot, directed by Joseph Kosinski, reflects Hollywood's trend of revisiting iconic 1980s properties, tapping into nostalgia for past cultural phenomena.

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Story summary

Universal Pictures' Miami Vice reboot, directed by Joseph Kosinski, premieres on August 6, 2027, drawing inspiration from the original series' pilot and first season.
The film will depict the glamour and corruption of mid-80s Miami, with production starting in 2026 and filming in IMAX.
Dan Gilroy and Eric Singer are writing the screenplay, while Kosinski and Dylan Clark are producing.
Kosinski cites the original series as a significant influence from his childhood.
The reboot follows a 2006 adaptation that grossed $165 million against a $135 million budget.

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