Murphy and LaBeouf for 'Batman'

Eddie Murphy and Shia LaBeouf have been lined up to star in the next 'Batman' movie, according to reports.

The 'Beverly Hills Cop' actor will star as The Riddler and LaBeouf will play the caped crusader's sidekick Robin in the next instalment, tentatively titled 'Gotham'.

Actress Rachel Weisz is reportedly in the frame to play Catwoman. Christian Bale will return as Bruce Wayne and Michael Caine will again play his assistant Alfred, according to The Sun.

The movie, which is slated for a 2010 release, will be directed by Christopher Nolan, who made 'The Dark Knight' such a huge success when it was released this year.

A source said: “Chris wasn’t sure if he wanted to do another movie but as soon as he decided to, he got the wheels in motion. Eddie’s a fantastic addition. Everyone’s excited to see what he does as the Riddler.”