Miami Vice
Metascore
65 out of 100

Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 37
  3. Negative: 3 out of 37
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  1. USA Today
    Reviewed by: Scott Bowles
    38
    All this movie has in common with its ancestor are speedboats, shotguns and drug-dealing Colombians.
  2. Charlotte Observer
    Reviewed by: Lawrence Toppman
    38
    If you really must see Miami Vice (and you mustn't), buy a ticket to something better, then slip into "Vice" at the 95-minute mark and watch the last third of the movie. No one involved will profit by your curiosity, and you won't miss a thing of importance.
  3. Austin Chronicle
    Reviewed by: Marc Savlov
    30
    Perhaps vice isn't what it used to be, or maybe Crockett and Tubbs just aren't all that interesting when removed from their appropriate time slot, but this may well be the dreariest and most monochromatic time you'll have at the movies all summer.

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User Score
5.5 out of 10

Mixed or average reviews- based on 252 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 67 out of 126
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 126
  3. Negative: 48 out of 126
  1. LevelsAndGear
    3
    Other than the names and setting, the movie incarnation of Miami Vice seems to have very little in common with the show that inspired it, which I imagine will disappoint anyone who checked it out hoping for some retro reminiscing. The acting was extremely stiff, the plot was uninteresting and extremely cliched, and the setting was far too modern. While there was a couple decent action scenes and some may like the "romances" - but you'd be better off watching some re-runs of the original series or better made action movies.… Full Review »
  2. Tokyochuchu
    9
    Miami Vice is a truly excellent film from Micheal Mann. It's superbly acted and beautifully shot. The gun-play is satisfyingly meaty and intense but the real heart of this movie is the chemistry that blossoms between Gong Li and Colin Farrell. A phenomenal film from start to finish.… Full Review »
  3. Palp
    9
    From a narrative perspective, Miami Vice is average to below average. From a technical perspective, the film is perfection. The cinematography and action set pieces in this film are incredible, and shot with a style that only Michael Mann has. This isn't a movie for the mainstream audience, nor is it a straight-up action film as it was marketed. The story isn't quick in its pace or particularly compelling, but coming from someone who enjoys Michael Mann films because of the way he films, I loved this movie.… Full Review »
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