Kevin Hart in talks to play Santa Claus

Actor Kevin Hart is in negotiations to play Santa in a new Disney comedy.

If the Ride Along star signs on to Dashing Through the Snow, he will reunite with producer Will Packer, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The film, about a New York City detective who has a difficult relationship with his son, is based on Scott Rosenberg's idea and the current script is being written by Rob Burnett. Moviemakers are still reportedly looking for a director.