The Cable Guy

Name: The Cable Guy
Director: Ben Stiller
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1996
Duration: 1 h 36 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, Leslie Mann, Jack Black, George Segal

There's no such thing as free cable.

19961h 36m6.0(2,699 votes)

ComedyDramaThriller

Synopsis

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 fe…

The Cable Guy (1996) is a comedy, drama, and thriller film directed by Ben Stiller. It stars Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, and Leslie Mann. The film runs for 1 hour 36 minutes. Audiences have made it a mixed pick, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 from 2,699 votes.

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Director

Ben Stiller

Cast

Jim Carrey

Cable Guy

Matthew Broderick

Steven

Leslie Mann

Robin

Jack Black

Rick

George Segal

Steven's Father

Diane Baker

Steven's Mother

Ben Stiller

Sam Sweet

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Who stars in The Cable Guy?

The Cable Guy stars Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, Leslie Mann, and Jack Black, and was directed by Ben Stiller.

How long is The Cable Guy?

The Cable Guy has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes.

When did The Cable Guy come out?

The Cable Guy was released in 1996.

What genre is The Cable Guy?

The Cable Guy is a comedy, drama, and thriller film.

Is The Cable Guy worth watching?

The Cable Guy holds an average audience score of 6.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.