Tom Hanks and Will Smith In Talks On Tim Burton's Live Action Adaptation of "Dumbo"

Variety is reporting that Will Smith is in talks to join Tim Burton’s live action adaptation of Dumbo for Disney. His role is being billed as the father of the children who develop a friendship with the lovable elephant after seeing him at the circus.

The report indicates that Tom Hanks is also being considered to play the film’s villain.

Both actors have potential conflicts with other films. Smith with Bad Boys for Life and Hanks with The Grey Hound.

Time will tell if Disney can sign these two to the live action Dumbo Movie.

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