Austin Butler to Play Sonny Crockett in New Miami Vice Movie
Austin Butler is in early talks to play Detective James “Sonny” Crockett in the new Miami Vice movie, opposite Michael B. Jordan as Ricardo Tubbs.
Butler will follow in the footsteps of Don Johnson, who originated the role in the 1984-89 TV series, and Colin Farrell, who played Crockett in the 2006 film adaptation.
Both Austin Butler and Don Johnson portrayed Elvis Presley before they were cast as Sonny Crockett.
The new movie will be a period piece, exploring the glamour and corruption of mid-80’s Miami, inspired by the series pilot and first season.
- Director: Unknown
- Starring: Austin Butler, Michael B. Jordan
- Production: Universal Pictures
Author's summary: Austin Butler joins Miami Vice movie as Sonny Crockett.