Russell Brand in 'The Leader Stole My Girlfriend': Actor Set to Star and convey New Comedy

Russell Brand didn't cash success just like a leading guy with 'Arthur,' but he's trying his luck again while using new comedy 'The Leader Stole My Girlfriend.' In line with the Hollywood Reporter, Brand will star and convey the completely new film, which Warner Bros. acquired from author Matt Portenoy. "In this particular movie, the best choice steals the girlfriend from the sexy hippie -- me, clearly," Brand mentioned to THR. "It absolutely was inspired with the evening I naively requested [Warners leader] Rob Robinov for supper.In . Zing! Brand is positioned to star inside the approaching 'Rock of Ages' adaptation next summer season he'll be noticed in the Diablo Cody's directorial debut, which Moviefone delays for with bated breath. Team Diablo! [via THR] [Photo: Getty] Follow Moviefone on Twitter Like Moviefone on Facebook