Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are reteaming for a fourth “Bad Boys” movie, in one of Smith's most highprofile new projects since the slap.

Sony Pictures announced Tuesday that the untitled “Bad Boys” sequel is in early preproduction. In a video posted on Instagram, Smith filmed himself driving to Lawrence's house. Embracing at the door, Smith exclaims, “It's about that time!”

Development on the “Bad Boys” sequel, which follows 2020's “Bad Boys for Life,” was reportedly put on hold after Smith hit Chris Rock at last March's Academy Awards. But last May, Sony Pictures chief Tom Rothman disputed those reports.

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