# Hulu's Jim Carrey Cable Guy Remake Gets Glowing Review

> Jake Johnson's Hulu Cable Guy remake leads to 'genuinely good acting' with Damon Wayans Jr.
- Title: Hulu's Jim Carrey Cable Guy Remake Gets Glowing Review
- Summary: Jake Johnson's Hulu Cable Guy remake leads to 'genuinely good acting' with Damon Wayans Jr. Hulu's Cable Guy TV remake, starring Jake Johnson and Damon…
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- Source: ScreenRant — https://screenrant.com/jim-carrey-cable-guy-hulu-remake-review-glowing-jake-johnson
- Author: Maggie Dela Paz
- Published: 2026-10-21T22:53:13+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: hulu, jake johnson, damon wayans jr, the cable guy, cable guy remake, jim carrey, streaming, comedy, entertainment, culture
## Hulu Orders Cable Guy Pilot
Hulu granted pilot order for untitled comedy series inspired by 1996 cult film The Cable Guy.
## Jake Johnson Leads Pilot
Jake Johnson teases current progress of Hulu's Cable Guy remake as lead actor and executive producer.
## Damon Wayans Jr. Joins Cast
Damon Wayans Jr. signed on to portray Steven Stephens in Hulu's Cable Guy remake.
## Pilot Filming Details
Portlandia creator Jonathan Krisel directs pilot with New Girl writers and Cobra Kai writers.
## Cult Classic Inspiration
The Cable Guy (1996) grossed $102 million against $47 million budget and became Jim Carrey's career-defining film.
## Additional Cast Members
Natasha Rothwell, Crystal Fox, and Rebecca Rittenhouse join as Gina, Lynette, and Robin in Hulu's remake.
## No Series Order Yet
Hulu's Cable Guy remake hasn't received official series order despite pilot completion.
## Key takeaway

Hulu's Cable Guy TV remake, starring Jake Johnson and Damon Wayans Jr., is praised for humor and acting.