The Cable Guy(1996)
“There's no such thing as free cable.”
Overview
When recently single Steven moves into his new apartment, cable guy Chip comes to hook him up—and doesn't let go. Initially, Chip is just overzealous in his desire to be Steven's pal, but when Steven tries to end the 'friendship', Chip shows his dark side. He begins stalking Steven, who's left to fend for himself because no one else can believe Chip's capable of such behaviour.
Director
Ben Stiller
Studio
Columbia Pictures
Budget
$47M
Revenue
$103M
Cast
Jim Carrey
as Cable Guy
Matthew Broderick
as Steven
Leslie Mann
as Robin
Jack Black
as Rick
George Segal
as Steven's Father
Diane Baker
as Steven's Mother
Ben Stiller
as Sam Sweet
Eric Roberts
as Eric Roberts
Janeane Garofalo
as Medieval Waitress
Andy Dick
as Medieval Host
Harry O'Reilly
as Steven's Boss
David Cross
as Sales Manager
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1996
Runtime
1h 36m
Language
English
Rating
6 / 10
Budget
$47M
Box Office
$103M
Production Companies
Columbia Pictures • Brillstein-Grey Entertainment • Licht/Mueller Film Corporation
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What is The Cable Guy about?▼
When recently single Steven moves into his new apartment, cable guy Chip comes to hook him up—and doesn't let go. Initially, Chip is just overzealous in his desire to be Steven's pal, but when Steven tries to end the 'friendship', Chip shows his dark side. He begins stalking Steven, who's left to fend for himself because no one else can believe Chip's capable of such behaviour.
Who directed The Cable Guy?▼
The Cable Guy was directed by Ben Stiller and released in 1996. It is a comedy, drama, thriller film.
How long is The Cable Guy?▼
The Cable Guy has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
Who stars in The Cable Guy?▼
The cast of The Cable Guy includes Jim Carrey as Cable Guy, Matthew Broderick as Steven, Leslie Mann as Robin, Jack Black as Rick, George Segal as Steven's Father and more.
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