A new rumor has emerged concerning the upcoming Miami Vice reboot from Joseph Kosinski, that Glen Powell and Michael B. Jordan are being eyed for the film’s lead roles. They’re rumored to be taking on the roles of James “Sonny” Crockett and Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs, respectively. Fans have since reacted to this news, expressing their thoughts online. Powell and Jordan have faced a surge in popularity in recent years thanks to films like Anyone But You and Sinners.
Fans react to Glen Powell and Michael B. Jordan’s rumored roles
As per a new rumor, Glen Powell and Michael B. Jordan are reportedly being considered for the roles of James “Sonny” Crockett and Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs in the Miami Vice reboot.
This rumor comes from Nexus Points News. Fans have reacted to the rumor in a variety of ways.
One user was impressed by the casting rumor, noting that Powell and Jordan’s rumored casting would make the upcoming reboot similar to Top Gun: Maverick but with “pastel suits” and speedboats.”
Another user called the prospect of Michael B. Jordan and Glen Powell joining forces for a Miami Vice reboot “instant charisma overload.” However, they acknowledged the risk in making “real remakes.” They said it could either become a “slick, modern buddy-cop classic” Kosinski was trying to make or a “Hollywood running out of ideas” meme.
However, one user disagreed with the idea of Jordan and Powell headlining the film. They opined that Austin Butler and Damson Idris should be at the helm.
Crockett and Tubbs were originally played by Don Johnson and Philip Michael Thomas, respectively, in the 1980s series created by Anthony Yerkovich and produced by Michael Mann. The show was later adapted into a 2006 film directed by Mann, starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx as Crockett and Tubbs, respectively.
Dan Gilroy will develop the Miami Vice reboot’s script from a draft originally written by Eric Warren Singer. In addition to directing, Kosinski will produce the film through Monolith. Dylan Clark will also produce the film via Dylan Clark Productions.
