The 48-year-old writer/producer currently has an overall deal set with 20th Century Fox TV, who is attached to the series reimagining.
The 1989 film is currently available for streaming on the new streaming service.
No plot details are currently available on the series version, but sources report its being envisioned as a reimagining of the 1989 film.
Turner and Hooch joins a list of properties being rebooted and reimagined by Disney+ including Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Home Alone and Night at the Museum, amongst others.