Galifianakis Circles 'Puss in Boots'

Source: THR

The underground-comedian-turned-A-lister Zach Galifianakis is in negotiations to play the role of Humpty Dumpty in the upcoming Shrek spinoff, Puss in Boots. Galifianakis would be joining Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek in the film, which is currently slated for a November 4, 2011 release.

Galifianakis is one of 2009's more bizarre success stories. After the wild popularity of The Hangover (not to mention its $461 million worldwide), the cult icon has become one of Hollywood's hottest commodities. The Puss in Boots producers at DreamWorks are no doubt hoping he can carry this star power over to 2011, which, given the long docket of films Galifianakis is accruing, is more than possible. A spot in the star-studded Shrek franchise would only solidify his star status.

This time next year, Galifianakis will be re-teaming with Todd Phillips for Due Date alongside Robert Downey, Jr. The actor-comedian is also set for next July's Dinner for Schmucks, as well as the sequel to The Hangover for Summer 2011.