Los Angeles, July 1 -- In a collaboration poised to blend raw humour with real-life storytelling, comedian Bill Burr is developing a scripted comedy for Fox based on the life of fellow stand-up icon Earthquake, also known as Nathaniel Stroman.

Burr is producing the project through his North Hill Productions; 3 Arts Entertainment will also produce through Fox Entertainment Studios. Right now the commitment is just for a script; Burr, Dave Becky, manager Jermaine Smith and (Burr's producing partner) Mike Bertolina are executive producers, reports The Hollywood Reporter.

Described as a character-driven, sharply humourous portrayal of perseverance and reinvention, "Earthquake" will delve onto the journey of a man who turned adversity, raw hon...