Hulu’s The Cable Guy pilot, starring Jake Johnson (Nick to New Girl fans) and Damon Wayans Jr.,(Ernie to New Girl fans), is in production in Vancouver.
Inspired by Jim Carrey’s manic turn as a cable installer, the potential new series honours the 1996 movie but updates it for the streaming age.
In a world of endless streaming, binging, and algorithms, old-school cable technician Chip Douglas (Jake Johnson) languishes alone — until Steven Stephens (Damon Wayans Jr.) 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 obsession. Inspired by the movie, the show explores the darkly absurd side of modern-day male friendship.
Cast and Characters:
Jake Johnson as old-school cable technician Chip Douglas.
Damon Wayans Jr. as cable customer Steven Stephens.
Natasha Rothwell (The White Lotus) as Steven’s sister Gina, an oddball with a dark sense of humour who lives at home with their parents in the aftermath of an injury.
Crystal Fox as Steven and Gina’s mother Lynette, who is concerned that her son is adrift after his break-up and finds herself going down various social media rabbit holes.
The Cable Guy – Pilot
Vancouver filming dates: July 28 2026 – August 07 2026.
Showrunner: Rob Rosell.
Writer/Producers: Joe Piarulli, Luan Thomas
Cast: Jake Johnson, Damon Wayans Jr., Natasha Rothwell., Crystal Fox.
Prodcuers: Jake Johnson, Daman Wayans Jr., Sony Pictures Television.