Nicole Kidman Replaces Naomi Watts in 'Queen of the Desert'?

Nicole Kidman is reportedly in talks to replace Naomi Watts in the upcoming movie Queen of the Desert, according to Deadline.

The 46-year-old actress would take on the role of early 20th century explorer Gertrude Bell, who is “credited with helping to catalyze the formation of the Middle East,” alongside James Franco and Robert Pattinson.

No word on why Naomi, who is very good friends with Nicole, is exiting the film yet.

Pictured inside: Naomi and her kids Sasha, 6, and Samuel, 4, playing in the park Jardin du Luxembourg on Saturday (September 7) in Paris, France. That same day, Naomi‘s longtime partner Liev Schreiber was seen attending the 2013 U.S. Open in New York City.

15+ pictures inside of Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber out and about…