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Hulu is taking some inspiration from Ben Stiller’s 30-year-old movie, setting up a reunion in the process.
Deadline reports that Hulu has ordered a comedy pilot based on the 1996 movie The Cable Gay, which starred Jim Carrey and was directed by Stiller. Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr., who co-starred on the popular sitcom New Girl, are attached to lead the project and serve as executive producers.
The pilot is written by It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia alum Rob Rossell and the Cobra Kai duo of Joe Piarulli & Luan Thomas. All three are said to be fans of the 1996 film, with the goal of honoring the original rather than remaking it. The logline is included below:
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.
Developing…
