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CBS Orders Legal Drama 'Cupertino' for 2026-27 Season

10/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

CBS has ordered the legal drama Cupertino for the 2026-27 season, created by Robert King and Michelle King.
The series stars Mike Colter (actor) as a lawyer cheated out of stock options by a tech start-up.
He teams up with another fired attorney to represent those exploited by tech elites in Silicon Valley.
The Kings will serve as co-showrunners and executive producers, with Robert King directing the pilot.

History

Historical Context

In 2013, the U.S. government investigated tech giants like Apple and Google for anti-competitive practices, revealing that 75% of Silicon Valley startups struggled against established firms. This scrutiny reflects ongoing tensions in the tech industry regarding exploitation and fairness, as narratives like the upcoming series Cupertino may shape public perception and influence policies on corporate accountability and workers' rights.

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Story summary

CBS has ordered the legal drama Cupertino for the 2026-27 season, created by Robert King and Michelle King.
The series stars Mike Colter (actor) as a lawyer cheated out of stock options by a tech start-up.
He teams up with another fired attorney to represent those exploited by tech elites in Silicon Valley.
The Kings will serve as co-showrunners and executive producers, with Robert King directing the pilot.

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