Kumail Nanjiani and Emily V.
Gordon, whose real-life romance inspired their hit romantic comedy “The Big Sick,” are teaming up to write another film.Nanjiani and Gordon, who are married, will adapt the screenplay for “The Doubtful Guest,” based on the illustrated book by the late Edward Gorey.The film is being developed by Double Dream, a newly launched production company from siblings Andy and Barbara Muschietti, who are best known for directing and producing “It” and “It: Chapter Two.”Andy Muschietti is attached to helm “The Doubtful Guest,” with Nanjiani set to star.
The story follows a mysterious penguin-like creature; its unannounced and unwelcome arrival at a family’s home stirs up trouble and chaos.In addition to co-writing the script, Gordon and Nanjiani will serve as executive producers.
Andy and Barbara Muschietti will produce the film alongside Dani Bernfeld.
Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment is also producing, with
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