Will Smith producing TV series based on his hit film 'Hitch'

Actor Will Smith is developing a television series for Fox network, based on his 2005 hit film "Hitch".

The network has given a script commitment to the project. The actor is attached to executive produce the new series.

Deborah Kaplan and Harry Elfont (Made of Honor) are writing the pilot script, which is described as a workplace comedy that explores dating and "sexual politics."

The original movie starred Will Smith as a professional matchmaker/ date doctor, whose life is turned upside down when he meets the girl of his dreams (Eva Mendes). Kevin James and Amber Valetta co-starred in director Andy Tennant's comedy, which earned $370 million worldwide during its theatrical run.

This isn’t the first time someone’s had the idea to make a Hitch TV series. Reboots were attempted in 2007 and 2010 at CBS and Fox respectively, but neither got off the ground.

Hitch is one of several movie-based shows brewing right now. At Fox, there are new takes on Big and Monster-in-Law in development. Other networks' similar decisions include CBS' Rush Hour and In Good Company, CW's The Illusionist, Showtime's In The Heat Of The Night, and NBC's Marley & Me, The Money Pit and Problem Child.