Los Angeles, June 19 -- A sequel to the 2000 holiday blockbuster 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' is in development, with actor Jim Carrey and filmmaker Ron Howard expected to return to the beloved Dr. Seuss adaptation, according to Variety.

According to reports, the project is being developed by Universal and Imagine Entertainment. Carrey, who famously portrayed the Grinch in the original film, is in talks to reprise his role, while Howard is expected to return as director.

Imagine Entertainment co-founder Brian Grazer is also set to return as a producer.

While discussions are ongoing and the project has not yet been officially greenlit, the sequel is currently being developed with a script from Alec Berg, known for 'Barry' and 'Silic...