Reese Witherspoon in 'This Means War' poster

Chris Pine and Tom Hardy will try to cut each other in half in McG's upcoming action comedy "This Means War," and 20th Century Fox just debuted a new poster for the film, which also stars Reese Witherspoon, Til Schweiger and Chelsea Handler (wtf?).

The plot is fairly simple, and this is not exactly something we haven't see on the big screen yet: Two top CIA operatives (Pine and Hardy) wage an epic battle against one another after they discover they have fallen in love with the same woman.

Can't say the trailer has blown me away, but the cast looks promising and I certainly don't have anything against over-the-top action as long as it's done right. The film won't open until Feb. 17, 2012, but here is your look at the decent new poster.

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Reese Witherspoon to star in wedding comedy

With "Bridesmaids" passing the $100 million mark and "The Hangover Part II" breaking box office records, one could safely assume that studios are going to begin green-lighting a slew of wedding-themed comedies in the near future.

Dreamworks displayed their desire to cash in on this new craze as the Hollywood Reporter recently broke the news that the studio has picked up a wedding-themed comedy pitch entitled "Who Invited Her?"

The film will center on a woman who crashes a bachelor party getaway, and it has Reese Witherspoon ("Water for Elephants") attached to star and produce. Would you say "I Do" to this?

Trailer for 'How Do You Know' debuts online

The first trailer for James L. Brooks' new romantic comedy "How Do You Know" has debuted online, and you can check it out after the jump. The film stars Paul Rudd, Reese Witherspoon and Owen Wilson.

Written by Brooks, the film stars Witherspoon as a woman caught in the middle of a love triangle. Rudd and Wilson are the ones fighting for her heart. Supporting cast includes Jack Nicholson.

I can't say I'm in love with this trailer, but I'm glad it doesn't show too much. Brooks hasn't done anything since his "Spanglish" in 2004. He also helmed "As Good As it Gets." "Know" opens Dec. 17, 2010.

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Tom Hardy joins 'This Means War' cast

McG's action flick "The Means War" is still happening, but it won't happen with Sam Worthington, who was attached to the project for a while. The "Avatar" star is now gone, and the role is going to someone else.

That guy is Tom Hardy, according to Vulture. Word is Hardy has signed on to star in "War," which follows two best friends as they launch into an escalating war when they both fall in love with the same woman.

The woman is Reese Witherspoon. Chris Pine plays the other guy. Bradley Cooper was also once attached to the film, but he dropped it as well. Hardy ("RocknRolla") can currently be seen in "Inception."

No Bradley Cooper for 'This Means War'

Bradley Cooper was supposed to join Reese Witherspoon in 20th Century Fox's upcoming action comedy "This Means War," but the "Hangover" actor is now no longer involved, according to EW. The studio says Cooper has scheduling conflicts with "The Hangover 2."

However, EW points out that a source close to the project said Cooper had trouble with some creative differences over the script, which follows two best friends launching into an escalating war when they both fall in love with the same woman.

McG, who recently directed "Terminator: Salvation," is in talks to helm, and production was set to begin early this summer. It is still unclear how Fox will handle the departure of Cooper. I'd say find a new guy asap, right? Timothy Dowling wrote the most recent draft of "War."

Good news: Christoph Waltz to star in 'Water'

Here's some good news for all Christoph Waltz fans (me included): the ruthless villain from "Inglourious Basterds" is apparently in talks to join Francis Lawrence's upcoming drama "Water for Elephants."

At least that's what Deadline Hollywood is reporting. Sean Penn was attached to the project, but no deal was made, and Waltz is now supposed to take over in the movie based on the book by Sara Gruen.

Reese Witherspoon and Robert Pattinson star in the film about a veterinary student (Pattinson) who quits school after the death of his parents and joins the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth.

Witherspoon is set to play the circus' equestrian star, who is married to an animal trainer, the role Waltz will be taking on. He's both an asshole to his wife and his animals. Sounds just like the role for Waltz.

Waltz, of course, is nominated for an Oscar for this role in "Basterds," and if he doesn't win it, I will never ever watch or speak or write about the Academy Awards every again. There you have it.

Also, since his "Basterds" role, Waltz has been in high demand. He will play another bad guy in Michel Gondry's upcoming "The Green Hornet." Isn't he just the most brilliant villain ever?

McG to direct action comedy 'This Means War'

McG, who recently directed "Terminator: Salvation," is now in talks to direct 20th Century Fox's upcoming "This Means War," an action comedy that may end up starring Reese Witherspoon and Bradley Cooper.

The Hollywood Reporter says the film follows two best friends who launch into an escalating war when they both fall in love with the same woman (Witherspoon). Timothy Dowling wrote the most recent draft.

Interesting fact: the project has been in development since 1998, which is obviously a bad sign. McG jumped on board after Disney shut down his remake "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Captain Nemo."

McG, who also delievered the two "Charlie's Angels" flicks, also directed "We Are Marshall." He's definitely got what it takes to blow up shit, and it seems this film will have tons of that as well. It sounds horrible!

Robert Pattinson, Sean Penn may drink 'Water'

"Twilight" star Robert Pattinson and Sean Penn may hook up with Reese Witherspoon for Francis Lawrence's upcoming drama "Water for Elephants," which Fox 2000 is prepping for a June start.

Variety says the two are in talks to star in the film about a veterinary student (Pattinson) who quits school after the death of his parents and joins the Benzini Brothers Most Spectacular Show on Earth.

Witherspoon is set to play the circus' equestrian star, who is married to an animal trainer (Penn). The film is based on the book by Sara Gruen. Richard LaGravenese ("Freedom Writers") is writing the script.

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Reese Witherspoon finds 'Rule #1'

Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon boarded a whole series of upcoming projects recently, and the latest she's considering to star in and produce is the Terrel Seltzer-scrioted "Rule #1" for Fox Searchlight.

The Hollywood Reporter says the film follows a New York woman who develops a friendship with a Puerto Rican girl with attention deficit disorder. Seltzer's credits include 1996's comedy "One Fine Day."

Witherspoon was recenlty heard in the mediocre animated flick "Monsters vs. Aliens," and before that she was seen in the disappointing "Four Christmases." She recently wrapped a comedy by James L. Brooks.

Witherspoon totally deserved her Oscar for "Walk the Line," but I feel her projects following that film failed to stick with me. She'll also soon star in a film by Cameron Crowe and in 'Pharm Girl."

Reese Witherspoon considers 'Pharm Girl' role

Reese Witherspoon will produce and is attached to star in Universal's upcoming comedy "Pharm Girl," according to the Hollywood Reporter.

Witherspoon would play a woman who scores a job in the pharmaceutical business and slowly starts to understand how the industry really works.

Glenn Ficarra and John Requa, whose credits include "Bad Santa" and the "Bad News Bears" remake, are writing the script and are in talks to direct the project.

Witherspoon most recently starred in "Four Christmases." Her voice was also featured in "Monsters vs. Aliens." As a producer, the Oscar-winning actress worked on "Penelope," "Christmases" and "Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde."