Austin Butler is in early talks to star in Joseph Kosinski's "Miami Vice" reboot for Universal Pictures.

The "Dune" and "Caught Stealing" star will take on the role originated by Don Johnson in the original series and played by Colin Farrell in the 2006 film.

Michael B. Jordan has already been in talks to star opposite him as Ricardo "Rico" Tubbs. Tubbs is a hotheaded former NYPD officer who was portrayed by Philip Michael Thomas in the series and Jamie Foxx in the movie.

The role of Crockett could potentially be a major boon for Butler. Although his career has skyrocketed in the wake of his Oscar nomination, Elvis is still the highest-grossing movie in which he plays either a lead or co-lead role.

The movie, which is set to kick off production in 2026, will draw inspiration from the pilot episode of Miami Vice as well as the overall arc of season 1. It is currently slated to debut in theaters on August 6, 2027.

This new project has a script from Eric Warren Singer and Dan Gilroy. Kosinski, who directed this year’s F1, produces the adaptation with Dylan Clark.

Source: Press Release