“Luke Cage” in the IHOP? Mike Colter and Star-Studded Cast Spotted Filming in Hasbrouck Heights
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Hasbrouck Heights NJ, if you were grabbing a Short Stack at the Route 17 IHOP in Hasbrouck Heights on Monday, March 9, you might have been an accidental extra in a major television production.
The Bergen County community is buzzing after film crews took over the local landmark to film scenes for “Cupertino,” an upcoming legal drama for CBS. Here is the inside scoop on the new show, the “A-List” cast seen in town, and when you can catch our local IHOP on the small screen.
What is “Cupertino”?
Named after the California city that serves as the heart of Silicon Valley (and the home of Apple HQ), “Cupertino” is the latest project from the power duo Robert and Michelle King. If those names sound familiar, it’s because they are the creative geniuses behind TV hits like The Good Wife, The Good Fight, and Elsbeth.
The Plot: The show is described as a “modern-day David vs. Goliath story.” It follows a lawyer who is cheated out of his stock options by a powerful tech startup. Instead of backing down, he joins forces with other “fired” attorneys to take on the tech elite on behalf of the little guy.
Meet the Star-Studded Cast
Hasbrouck Heights residents were treated to a sighting of Mike Colter, best known to fans as the indestructible Luke Cage from the Marvel Netflix series and the lead in the supernatural hit Evil.
But Colter isn’t the only heavy hitter in the “Cupertino” lineup. According to IMDb and industry reports, the cast includes:
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Renée Elise Goldsberry: The Tony-winning Hamilton star and Girls5eva lead.
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Busy Philipps: Known for Girls5eva, Freaks and Geeks, and her popular talk show appearances.
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Ella Stiller: Rising actress and daughter of Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor.
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Rachel Keller: Star of Legion and Tokyo Vice.
Why Film in Bergen County?
While the show is set in the tech hub of Northern California, production is heavily centered in the New York and New Jersey area. The IHOP on Route 17 was granted a one-day permit for the shoot, which caught the eye of many local commuters who shared photos of the production trucks and lighting rigs on Facebook.
When Can You Watch It?
Don’t cancel your Tuesday night plans just yet. “Cupertino” is slated to be a flagship series for the CBS 2026-2027 television season. While a specific premiere date hasn’t been locked in, the show is expected to debut in late 2026.
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