In a thrilling development for film and culture lovers alike, award-winning actress Danai Gurira has officially joined Michael B. Jordan in the highly anticipated remake of The Thomas Crown Affair, a romantic heist thriller being developed by Amazon MGM. This new adaptation will not only star Jordan in the lead role but will also see him stepping behind the camera as director and producer — marking another bold step in his evolving creative journey.
Danai Gurira, best known for her unforgettable roles in Black Panther, The Walking Dead, and her Tony-nominated stage work, brings a commanding presence and dramatic depth to any project. Her inclusion adds significant weight to this remake, which aims to refresh the suave, high-stakes world of The Thomas Crown Affair for a new generation.
Originally made famous by Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway in 1968 and remade in 1999 with Pierce Brosnan and Rene Russo, the story follows a wealthy, thrill-seeking protagonist who orchestrates an elaborate art heist, only to fall into a complicated romance with the investigator assigned to catch him. With Jordan and Gurira at the helm, fans can expect a modern, stylish take that blends sharp intelligence, global flair, and cultural sophistication.
Produced under Jordan’s Outlier Society banner, this remake continues Amazon MGM’s push to blend blockbuster entertainment with diverse, star-driven storytelling. The collaboration of two powerhouse actors of African descent in such an iconic franchise also signals a strong cultural statement in Hollywood’s shifting landscape.
At Blacktoe TV, we celebrate this kind of global Black excellence — where talent, representation, and vision intersect to reshape genres and reimagine legacy stories for the now.
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