Production on Universal’s“Miami Vice’85”has officially started, and the first set photos are already breaking the internet. Austin Butler was spotted filming in Wayne, New Jersey, fully dressed in the kind of white and pastel’80s wardrobe that would make Don Johnson proud. Butler is playing Detective James“Sonny”Crockett, and he’s joined by Michael B. Jordan as Ricardo Tubbs, Danny Ramirez, and Dominic Sessa. The film is directed by Joseph Kosinski, the mind behind“Top Gun: Maverick,”so expect sky-high production value and intense action.
The choice to film in New Jersey rather than Miami is raising some eyebrows, but if the set photos prove anything, it’s that a little wardrobe magic can turn any street into vintage Florida. The’80s aesthetic is clearly a priority for this production, and Butler is fully committing to the look. This is the first real glimpse fans have gotten of the remake, and the internet is already debating whether he can match the charisma of Don Johnson’s original performance.
The 2028 release date feels like a lifetime away, but for now, these photos are enough to fuel some serious nostalgia and excitement. Fans of the original series are curious to see how the remake honors the source material, while a new generation gets introduced to the world of Crockett and Tubbs for the first time. Does the casting live up to your expectations? Let us know in the comments.
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