Nick and Coach are getting back together!
Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr, who starred in New Girl together, are set to reunite to star in a new comedy pilot for Hulu, Deadline reveals.
Inspired by the Jim Carrey movie The Cable Guy, the new series is said to be honoring the movie, in the same vein as the Fargo TV series, but with closer ties to the original IP.
What is the show about?
Here’s a synopsis: “In a world of endless streaming, binging, and algorithms, old-school cable technician Chip Douglas (Johnson) languishes alone — until Steven Stephens (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.”
The pilot episode was written by Rob Rosell and Joe Piarulli & Luan Thomas, who are big fans of the movie. The trio will serve as co-showrunners and executive produce alongside stars Jake and Damon.
Jake is also starring in another upcoming new series for NBC, and if this new pilot gets picked up, Deadline reports that he will be able to do both projects.
In addition to co-starring on New Girl, Jake and Damon also starred together in the 2014 movie Let’s Be Cops.
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