Michael B. Jordan to Star and Direct 'The Thomas Crown Affair' Remake

Michael B. Jordan, Oscar winner for Sinners, will star, direct and produce a new remake of The Thomas Crown Affair scheduled for release on 5 March 2027. The film reimagines the 1968 heist classic, shifting the lead from a bored rich white man to a charismatic art thief with a moral compass.

The trailer released in July 2026 shows sleek infiltration scenes and romantic visuals. Jordan’s cast includes Kenneth Branagh as the main antagonist, Adria Arjona as an FBI agent, and supporting actors Lily Gladstone, Danai Gurira, Pilou Asbæk and Aiysha Hart. Produced by Amazon MGM Studios, the project aims to modernise the story while retaining its stylish heist elements.