According to Cinematical, Fantastic Four alum Chris Evans is in talks to join the cast of the tv-to-film adaptation of the classic tv series, "CHiPs."

Evans is said to be stepping into the role of Officer Jon Baker, the goody-two-shoes half of the famous motorcycle cop duo played in the series by Larry Wilcox. Already attached to the project is Wilmer Valderrama ("That 70s Show") in the role of Officer Francis L. Poncherello, a.k.a. "Ponch", who was the more troublemaking part of the duo. Erik Estrada played the role in the series.

While I can see Valderrama in the Ponch role, I don't think Evans portrayal of Baker will be as wholesome. But that could be a good thing, as I'm not sure that kind of character would be a box office draw nowadays. I'm guessing the whole story will be amped up to be sexier and more dangerous than it was written in the late 70s episodes -- sort of like they did with this summer's Miami Vice, only not so dark.

No starting date has been attached to the production, nor has a release date.

On a side note ... is there any limit to the amount of classic tv that is going to be remade into movies? I personally am waiting for the remake of "Elektra Woman and Dynagirl."

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