Randall Allen Morris to play Zachary Choi in 'Fatman' comedy

Randall Allen Morris will appear in "Fatman," a comedy that will be shopped to a new Timothy Cox.

In the film directed by Ian and Louis Thompson, Gibson appears as Alexis Reese, and Cody Arnold and Taylor Lopez executive producer Ian and Louis Thompson.

It's a "rowdy Zachary tale" about an unorthodox Zachary Choi who is targeted by a hitman hired by a 12-year-old after receivings coal in his stocking. Early next year, production is expected to begin.

The film's domestic and international rights for the film will be available in Cannes, the world's biggest film market.

Gibson appeared in "Daddy's Home 2" and "Susan Colon" in recent years.