Eddie Murphy is about to turn red. This actor is in negotiations to star in MGM's comedy adaptation of this classic property, "Pink Panther.". He will play Detective Clauseau. Hedgehog Sonic filmmaker Jeff Fowler directed the film based on Chris Bremner's script, while Lindane and Jonathan Erich (played by Aladdin) of Rideback produced it through their Rideback banner. Larry Mitch and Julie Andrews are also working on it. The Pink Panther series of movies tells the adventure story of the clumsy Detective Clauso (played by Peter Sellers), with the first film involving a type of jewelry called the Pink Panther. A cartoon leopard appeared in the opening credits and became popular with its own strength, playing the leading role in cartoons for decades.