Producer Neil Moritz (S.W.A.T., 2 Fast 2 Furious and its upcoming sequel—we can't resist, 3 Faster 3 Furiouser?) has signed on to bring the Johnny Depp TV vehicle 21 Jump Street to the big screen for Paramount.

It seems that Depp is a little tied up with being a huge, movie-star pirate these days. But we're pretty sure Paramount can get Richard Grieco if they can find someone to keep an eye on the deep frier during takes.

• Moritz to 'Jump' for Par [Variety, sub. req'd.]

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