Would You Believe It? John Mulaney Eyeing Maxwell Smart Role In New 'Get Smart' Reboot

Stand-up comedy star and four-time Emmy winner John Mulaney might soon be stepping into the world of secret agents and covert operations. According to a new report from Deadline, the acclaimed comedian is currently eyeing the lead role of Maxwell Smart in a brand-new feature film reimagining of *Get Smart*. The project is currently in early development over at Warner Bros. The studio is moving forward with the project by tapping screenwriter Seth Grahame-Smith to pen the script. Grahame-Smith is already a well-known name in major feature development, having recently written *Now You See Me: Now You Don’t*.

If negotiations go smoothly and a deal is officially struck, John Mulaney would star as the famously wisenheimer secret agent Maxwell Smart. The comedic spy persona aligns closely with Mulaney's signature stage style, which often features crisp suits, fast-paced humor, and sharp comedic delivery. However, reports indicate that the reimagining is still in its earliest stages of production. As a result, Warner Bros has not yet formally confirmed the cast, set a release date, or named a director to take the helm of the comedy project.

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While Mulaney's involvement is not yet finalized, the potential casting marks an exciting career milestone for the four-time Emmy winner. Securing the starring role in a major Warner Bros comedy would place the popular comic right at the center of a high-profile movie reboot. For now, fans of Mulaney and the classic comedy franchise will have to wait as Seth Grahame-Smith continues working on the screenplay. As development progresses at the studio, entertainment insiders will be watching closely to see if Mulaney officially signs on to bring Agent Maxwell Smart back to the big screen.