Charlize Theron and Channing Tatum to Star in Dance Parents Comedy

In a major move for the comedy genre, Universal Pictures has landed the rights to the family comedy "Dance Parents" following a highly competitive bidding war. The project will see Charlize Theron and Channing Tatum reunite on the dance floor, as the two A-list stars are set to produce and star in the film.

Jonathan Levine, who previously collaborated with Theron on the political comedy "Long Shot," is attached to direct and produce "Dance Parents" alongside the two lead actors. Meghan Malloy, known for her work on the Oscar-winning "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse," has been tapped to pen the script.

While plot details remain under wraps, the title suggests the film will explore the high-stakes world of competitive dance and the passionate parents who drive their children to succeed. Theron and Tatum's on-screen chemistry and dance expertise are expected to be a major draw for the project.

The acquisition of "Dance Parents" marks a significant step forward for the comedy genre, which has seen a resurgence in recent years with the success of films like "Happy Gilmore 2" and the return of the "Naked Gun" franchise. With Theron and Tatum's star power and the creative team behind the project, "Dance Parents" is poised to be a major player in the comedy landscape.