Washington DC, July 22 -- Actor Benicio Del Toro is set for a lead role opposite Ben Stiller in the upcoming Apple TV comedy series 'Protective Custody,' reported Variety.

The show was originally announced in May with Stiller set to star and executive produce. It marks the first lead series comedy role of Del Toro's career as well as a reunion for him and Stiller.

According to the outlet, the two previously collaborated on the Showtime limited series "Escape at Dannemora," which Stiller directed and in which Del Toro starred. Both received Emmy nominations for their work on the show.

The logline for 'Protective Custody' states that the show "will follow a disgraced financier (Stiller) accused of massive fraud who is thrown into protect...