Eddie Murphy replaces Jackson in 'Cook'

Actor-comedian Eddie Murphy has been tapped to replace Samuel L. Jackson in an upcoming drama called "Cook".

According to Empire magazine, Jackson was originally slated for the lead role, but dropped out due to scheduling conflicts, and now Murphy has agreed to replace him, reports contactmusic.com.

"Cook" will centre around Murphy's character, who is hired by a dying man to prepare meals for his girlfriend and daughter after he dies.