Stiller plans 'Night At The Museum' sequel

Ben Stiller has started planning a sequel to his hit comedy Night At The Museum, say reports.

The actor has already begun working with director Sean Levy on Night At The Museum 2: Escape From The Smithsonian, according to Variety.

The film will be set in a different museum and will allow the writers to bring to life a new series of historical characters.

Stiller has reportedly approached Reese Witherspoon to take on the role of American aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart in the film.

The first movie featured cameos from Ricky Gervais, Steve Coogan, Dick Van Dyke and Owen Wilson.