Jared Leto has entered talks for Brilliance.

The actor is in line to replace Will Smith in Julius Onah's sci-fi/superhero film, reports Variety.

Based on Marcus Sakey's novel, the Legendary Pictures film will be set in a world in which some people are born as superpowered 'brilliants'.

It centres around a federal agent with hunting abilities set on the trail of a brilliant terrorist.

Noomi Rapace will also star in the movie.

Leto was last seen in his Oscar-winning supporting role in Dallas Buyers Club.

Brilliance is yet to announce a release date.