The duo are reportedly in talks to direct the project based on the novel by author Glen David Gold--the story in the 1920s, the story centers on Charles Joseph Carter, a real-life stage magician who performs a trick involving then-President Warren G. Harding . When the president is later found dead, Carter is forced to go on the run and clear his name.
Various other key historical figures including fellow famed illusionist, Harry Houdini somehow fit into the story.
Jon Shestack is producing from a script by Michael Gilio.
Hollywood has been trying to adapt the book for a decade.
Lord and Miller remain attached to the CG "Untitled Lego Project" as well.
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