Movies
The R-rated movie follows a set of talking animals on a road trip through New York, similar to the comedian's Trading Places, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
Producer Murphy is not yet formally attached to appear in the picture.
The 48-year-old will next feature in Fantasy Island, A Thousand Words and Shrek Ever After.
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