Austin Butler Can’t Wait to Team Up With Michael B. Jordan for Hollywood’s Most Anticipated Crime Thriller

Published 06/12/2026, 9:05 PM CDT

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Austin Butler has shared his excitement about joining Michael B. Jordan in the upcoming Miami Vice movie, describing the chance to work alongside the actor and director Joseph Kosinski as an opportunity he feels fortunate to be part of.

The project has quickly become one of Hollywood's most closely watched upcoming productions, bringing together three major names at a time when each is enjoying significant momentum in their careers. That combination alone has made the film a frequent topic of discussion among movie fans.

While details about the new take on Miami Vice remain largely under wraps, Butler's latest comments offer an early glimpse into the enthusiasm surrounding a collaboration that is already generating considerable anticipation.

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Austin Butler says working with Michael B. Jordan and Joseph Kosinski feels special

Speaking to Vanity Fair, Austin Butler was asked about the prospect of starring alongside Michael B. Jordan in the upcoming crime thriller from Joseph Kosinski.

"I'm looking forward to working with Michael [B. Jordan] and Joseph Kosinski. I've been a fan of both of theirs for a long time, and I feel very grateful that we get to go on that journey."

In his conversation with Vanity Fair, Butler's comments highlighted the admiration he has for both collaborators. Jordan has established himself as one of Hollywood's most versatile leading men. At the same time, Kosinski has become one of the industry's most sought-after directors through films like Top Gun: Maverick and F1 under his belt that have blended large-scale spectacle with character-driven storytelling without compromising on the story front and still delivering massively at the box office.

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For Butler, the film represents an opportunity to work with two creatives whose careers he has followed and respected for years. Yet Butler's praise for Jordan extended beyond his work on screen.

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Later in the same conversation with Vanity Fair, Austin Butler reflected on reuniting with Michael B. Jordan and highlighted the qualities that make him eager to share the screen with the actor.

"Just getting to work with somebody who's not only a kind human being, but incredibly talented and hardworking. I'm very excited for the process."

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The remarks offer additional insight into the partnership at the center of the upcoming film. Although story details remain scarce, the combination of Butler, Jordan and Joseph Kosinski has already positioned Miami Vice as one of the most anticipated crime thrillers currently in development.

As the project continues to take shape, Butler's enthusiasm suggests that the people involved are just as excited about the collaboration as audiences are. With two of Hollywood's biggest stars joining forces under Kosinski's direction, expectations for the film are likely to remain high as production moves forward, especially as speculation continues to surround the film's future.

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Do you think Austin Butler and Michael B. Jordan are the perfect pairing to lead a new version of Miami Vice? Let us know in the comments.

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Aarav Poonia

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Aarav Poonia is an Entertainment Writer at Netflix Junkie, covering films and series across Hollywood, and global cinema. With a Bachelor’s degree in Filmmaking, specializing in Direction and Screenplay Writing, he brings a strong understanding of storytelling and screen craft to his work. His experience includes writing film reviews, industry updates, and editorial features, alongside developing multiple short fiction screenplays.

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