Michael B. Jordan’s Re-Imagined *The Thomas Crown Affair* Set for 2027

Michael B. Jordan will direct, star in, and executive-produce a new adaptation of *The Thomas Crown Affair*, slated to open in theaters and IMAX on March 5, 2027. The film follows the 1999 version’s premise of an art heist, with Jordan playing the billionaire thief and Adria Arjona portraying the pursuing investigator. A trailer featuring Jordan, Arjona, and Kenneth Branagh was released on July 29.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

The original *Thomas Crown Affair* (1968) was written by Alan R. Trustman and directed by Norman Jewison, starring Steve McQueen as a bored billionaire who robs a bank. The 1999 remake, starring Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo, shifted the crime to the theft of a priceless painting. Both earlier films emphasized a cat-and-mouse romance between Crown and the insurance investigator.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• Michael B. Jordan – lead, director, executive producer; Academy Award-winning actor.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• Adria Arjona – investigator opposite Crown, described by Jordan as needing “strength and vulnerability.”

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• Kenneth Branagh – appears as an “insidious supervillain.”

There’s a New Adaptation ofThe Thomas Crown Affair

• Danai Gurira, Lily Gladstone, Pilou Asbæk – supporting roles.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• Drew Pearce (screenwriter of *Iron Man 3*, *Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation*) and Jason Hall (*American Sniper*, *Gran Turismo*) wrote the script.

There’s a New Adaptation ofThe Thomas Crown Affair

• Jon Batiste provides the film’s music.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

The project is produced by Amazon MGM Studios, suggesting a future streaming debut on Prime Video.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

Jordan has emphasized that his version is a “re-imagination” rather than a straightforward remake or reboot. At CinemaCon 2026, he noted the importance of casting an actress who could “keep him on his toes” and balance strength with vulnerability.

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• “I think it’s not going to be what exactly people are expecting as well. When you’re re-imagining something, it’s not a remake,” — Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• “It’s not a reboot. It’s a re-imagination, and I’m really excited about it because I really care about this movie and its title.” — Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know

• “I needed somebody who could keep him on his toes,” — Michael B. Jordan

Michael B. Jordan’s ‘The Thomas Crown Affair’ Remake: Everything You Need to Know