The Cable Guy
1996 · Movie · PG-13 · 96 min · ★ 6.0
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.
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Details
- Years
- 1996
- Release date
- 1996-06-10
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 96 min
- TMDB rating
- 6.0/10 (2,679 votes)
Themes
- prison
- prostitute
- karaoke
- obsession
- dark comedy
- medieval
- cable guy
- frenemies
- satirical
- bold
- farcical
- sardonic
Awards & recognition
- MTV Movie Award — Best Villain · 1997
- MTV Movie Award — Best Comedic Performance · 1997
- MTV Movie Award — Best Fight · 1997 · nominated
Cast & crew
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
Directed by Ben Stiller