McAvoy signs on for Rogen cancer comedy

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James McAvoy has signed up to star in the Will Reiser-scripted untitled cancer comedy, says The Hollywood Reporter.

The movie focuses on a young man (McAvoy) who learns that he has cancer. Reiser's story is autobiographical, based on the several years he spent battling the disease in his 20s.

Seth Rogen will also appear in the film and produce alongside Evan Goldberg and Ben Karlin. Friends With Money's Nicole Holofcener will helm the project.

The role is McAvoy's first since starring in last summer's box office hit Wanted.