Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranstons remake of the French box office smashThe Intouchableshas landed a director.
Jon Hartmere penned the remake script.
The originals international box office success, included a $10 million gross in North America.
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The Weinstein Company distributed the original French version in the States and soon acquired the English-language remake rights.
(Colin Firth and Chris Tucker were also reportedly in talks for the lead roles several years ago.)
The Weinstein Company has set a January 15 start date forThe Intouchables.Deadlinefirst reported the news.
