Jo Koy reveals he's working on a film with Steven Spielberg: 'It's a Filipino story'

Jo Koy is teaming up with the legendary Steven Spielberg for a film!

Speaking to Philippines press in a video interview, the Filipino-American stand up comic revealed that Spielberg's production company Amblin Partners and Dan Lin's Rideback made a deal with him after watching his Netflix special "Comin' In Hot."

And what's it about? Jo Koy said, "It's a Filipino story."

"It's called 'Easter Sunday' and we're writing it right now," he added.

Jo Koy was the one to pitch the idea and he plans on showcasing more Filipino actors and more Filipino stories.

He also assured he is "100 percent behind the scenes" in the making of the film.

"I'm writing the script as we speak and of course, you're going to see more of our culture getting out there, 'cause I can't get enough of it," he said.

Jo Koy's third Netflix special, "In His Elements," is set to premiere on June 12.

The upcoming special was filmed in the Philippines, and features the country's culture and people.

—JCB, GMA News