Austin Butler channels ’80s vibes in ‘Miami Vice’85’: First look

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New York Post · collected 2026-10-13 · by Mekhi Seabrook

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A remake of an ’80s classic titled “Miami Vice ’85” is underway with production beginning at a location in Wayne, New Jersey. Austin Butler stars as James “Sonny” Crockett alongside Michael B. Jordan as Tubbs, with Danny Ramirez and Dominic Sessa also part of the cast. The film is directed by Joseph Kosinski.

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Universal Studios is remaking the 1980s classic TV show "Miami Vice" into a new film titled "Miami Vice '85." The project, directed by Joseph Kosinski, has commenced production in Wayne, New Jersey. In this remake, Austin Butler portrays James “Sonny” Crockett, while Michael B. Jordan plays the role of Tubbs. They were spotted filming alongside co-stars Danny Ramirez and Dominic Sessa, giving fans a first look at what's to come with updated "80s vibes."

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Austin Butler PERSON · 1× Danny Ramirez PERSON · 1× Dominic Sessa PERSON · 1× James “Sonny” Crockett PERSON · 1× Joseph Kosinski PERSON · 1× Michael B. Jordan PERSON · 1× New Jersey GPE · 1× Tubbs PERSON · 1× Universal ORG · 1× Wayne PERSON · 1×

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Austin Butler, who’s playing James “Sonny” Crockett opposite Michael B. Jordan as Tubbs, was seen filming the remake alongside co-stars Danny Ramirez and Dominic Sessa in Wayne, New Jersey.

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2026-10-13 · New York Post

Austin Butler channels ’80s vibes in ‘Miami Vice’85’: First look · assertive framing

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An ’80s classic comes back to life! asserted

classic → come → life

Universal’s action-thriller, “Miami Vice ’85.” directed by Joseph Kosinski has begun production. asserted

thriller → direct → production

Austin Butler, who’s playing James “Sonny” Crockett opposite Michael B. Jordan as Tubbs, was seen filming the remake alongside co-stars Danny Ramirez and Dominic Sessa in Wayne, New Jersey. asserted

who → play → Wayne

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