Neil Patrick Harris lands his own variety show

After being announced as the new Oscar host, Neil Patrick Harris has landed his own variety show with NBC.The How I Met Your Mother star will host the US version of Saturday Night Takeaway, the long-running UK variety show format produced by UK-based production company ITV, reported Vulture.ALSO READ: Neil Patrick Harris speaks on getting nude in 'Gone Girl'The Harris show is expected to originate from New York, logical given the actor's roots in the city.ALSO READ: Neil Patrick Harris to host 87th Academy Awards"As I watched the show, I couldn't stop smiling. Now that I've seen many seasons, my face hurts. It's a game changer. Nothing like this has been done before, and it's unique structure fits right into my random skill set. I can't wait to roll up my sleeves and have some fun!," Harris said. The Gone Girl star has been open about his desire to host a variety show. WATCH: 2014 Tony Awards - Neil Patrick Harris - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical