Conchords star in running for 'Men in Black' sequel

Jemaine Clement is in the running to play a main character in the upcoming Men in Black sequel. Photo / Mark Mitchell

Flight of the Conchords star Jemaine Clement is reportedly being considered for a major part in the upcoming Men in Black sequel.

According to several entertainment sites, Clement is up against comedian Sacha Baron Cohen to play a character named Yaz in the third Men In Black film.

No Country For Old Men's Josh Brolin is also in talks to appear in the new movie, with Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones expected to reprise their roles as secret agents J and K.

The original Men In Black, released in 1997, grossed nearly $600 million worldwide. In 2002, Men in Black II raked in $440 million.

The film also spawned several video games and an animated TV series.

- NZHERALD STAFF