Austin Butler might be trading Graceland for pastel suits and fast cars—rumor has it he’s lining up for an iconic ’80s role.

Deadline reports Butler is in talks for James “Sonny” Crockett in (Top Gun: Maverick director) Joseph Kosinski’s Miami Vice adaptation—Don Johnson’s iconic ’80s role. Meanwhile, Michael B. Jordan might be stepping into Philip Michael Thomas’ shoes as Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs.

According to Deadline, these discussions are in the early stages, and no deals have been finalized. However, with filming slated for late 2026, Butler is reportedly engaged and interested. Jordan’s deal to play Tubbs is also in its preliminary phases.

Eric Warren Singer and Dan Gilroy are handling the script, while Kosinski, who also directed this year’s F1, is producing the adaptation alongside

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