Imaginary Friends (Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski Fantasy Comedy)

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Ryan Reynolds and John Krasinski are teaming up for Imaginary Friends, a fantastical comedy that is in the process of being picked up by Paramount.

The studio came out on top of a heavy bidding war for the project, beating out Lionsgate and Sony among others, and is in the thick of negotiations. Financial terms were not disclosed.

If a deal is made, Krasinski will write, direct, produce and star. Reynolds would co-star alongside Krasinski in the Dr. Dolittle-like tale of a man who can see and talk to people’s imaginary friends, befriending those that have been forgotten or discarded. However, some imaginary friends, lacking love and friendship, turn to the dark side and it’s up to Reynolds’ character to save the world from those that become evil.

The package hit the desks of studios early last week, immediately sparking interest due to the names involved and the high concept nature of the story.

THR