Neon-lit Miami, undercover work, and a partner who has your back: which part of this world would suit you best? Take this undercover detective quiz inspired by the stylish crime drama and see which character from the team—or its orbit—you match.
About Miami Vice
First airing in 1984, Miami Vice follows Metro-Dade detectives Sonny Crockett and Ricardo Tubbs as they work undercover to fight the drug trade and other criminal activity in South Florida. With a distinctive mix of contemporary music, fashion, and sleek sports cars, the series brings plenty of style to its crime stories. Get ready to step into Miami’s high-stakes world and see where you fit.
Miami Vice Character Profiles
Detective James Crockett
James “Sonny” Crockett is a Metro-Dade vice detective whose undercover identity, Sonny Burnett, places him close to the criminals he pursues. A former Florida Gators football star whose career ended with a knee injury, he also served two tours in Vietnam before joining the police. Crockett works with his partner Ricardo Tubbs and lives aboard a sailboat with his pet alligator, Elvis. His work calls for a fluid mix of streetwise judgment and composure.
Detective Ricardo Tubbs
Ricardo “Rico” Tubbs is a former New York detective who comes to Miami pursuing a personal vendetta against Calderone, the man responsible for his brother Rafael’s murder. After joining forces with Sonny Crockett, Tubbs transfers to the Miami department and becomes his permanent partner. Undercover work often requires Tubbs to pose as Rico Cooper, a wealthy buyer from out of town. He brings a New York perspective to the partnership and a focused, personal drive to his work.
Detective Gina Calabrese
Gina Calabrese is a fearless Miami detective who works alongside Trudy Joplin. Her connection with fellow detective Sonny Crockett briefly becomes romantic after his divorce, but the relationship does not develop further; the two retain a strong friendship. Gina is defined by her willingness to meet danger directly and by the steadiness she brings to her work and relationships. She remains a committed member of the team while navigating the personal complications that can arise among colleagues.
Detective Trudy Joplin
Trudy Joplin is a Miami detective and Gina Calabrese’s partner. Tough and capable on the job, she is not untouched by its consequences; a fatal shooting, for example, leaves her struggling with the emotional weight of what has happened. That tension gives Trudy a thoughtful dimension beneath her professional resolve. She works within a demanding undercover unit, where difficult decisions are part of the job, and her partnership with Gina provides an important connection amid that pressure.
Detective Stan Switek
Stan Switek is a Miami police detective and Larry Zito’s best friend. A capable officer, Switek is also known for his strong admiration of Elvis Presley and for the camaraderie he shares with Zito. His lighter interests sit alongside the seriousness of police work, while a later gambling addiction exposes a vulnerable side. Switek’s story reflects how personal habits can complicate professional life, even for someone who has the skill and commitment to be a good policeman.
Lieutenant Martin Castillo
Martin “Marty” Castillo leads Miami’s Organized Crime Bureau, taking over after Lieutenant Rodriguez is killed. Taciturn and reclusive outside the office, he brings a controlled presence to a unit built around undercover work. Castillo previously served as a DEA agent in Southeast Asia, where he opposed CIA support for heroin trafficking to fund overseas operations. His past informs his skepticism toward compromised authority and helps explain the seriousness with which he approaches the bureau’s work.
