A Grumpy Old Men remake is currently in the works at New Line, and Oscar nominee Eddie Murphy (Dreamgirls, Dolemite Is My Name) is set to star with Tim Story (Ride Along) directing, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed.
Murphy is currently filming Dolemite Is My Name, where he will portray actor and comedian Rudy Ray Moore for Netflix.
Grumpy Old Men was produced by John Davis, who will be producing the remake as well.
The original film was followed-up by Grumpier Old Men, the hit box office sequel.