Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. Reunite for Hulu Comedy Pilot Based on 'The Cable Guy'
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Joe Otterson
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr., known for their roles on "New Girl," are reuniting for a Hulu comedy pilot inspired by the Jim Carrey film "The Cable Guy." The project follows Chip Douglas (Johnson), an old-school cable technician in a streaming-dominated world, who reconnects with childhood friend Steven Stephens (Wayans) after Steven calls to have his cable turned back on. Their reunion gives each man something missing in his life, though Chip's enthusiasm may become problematic.
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· 3 pulled'New Girl' alums Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr. are reuniting for a Hulu comedy pilot that is directly inspired by the cult classic Jim Carrey movie 'The Cable Guy,' Variety has confirmed.
In a world of endless streaming, binging, and algorithms, old-school cable technician Chip Douglas (Johnson) languishes alone — until Steven Stephens (Wayans) calls to have his cable turned back on, reconnecting Chip with a childhood friend he never forgot.
The relationship gives each man something he's been missing… until Chip's enthusiasm turns into o
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