American actor Will Smith and actor-comedian Kevin Hart are set to take on the lead roles in a remake of 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles' for Paramount Pictures. According to Fox News, the film will be a modern take on the original. The outlet confirmed that 51-year-old Smith and Hart will star as two men that must team up to overcome obstacles to reach their loved ones.

The original film, which debuted in 1987, was directed and written by John Hughes and boasted Steve Martin and John Candy in the leading roles. Kevin Bacon also appeared. The remake will be written by Aeysha Carr, who has written episodes of 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine' and 'The Carmichael Show.' The project will be her feature film writing debut.