The 51-year-old actor will appear in the untitled series which will be shot later this year, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
The special will debut in 2018, which also marks one of James' first shows since 2001's "Sweat the Small Stuff" for Comedy Central.
The "Pixels" actor will also be seen in the online streaming provider's comedy "Sandy Wexler" next month, which stars Adam Sandler and Jennifer Hudson.