The Cable Guy

Also known as Cable Guy

1996 film by Ben Stiller

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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.

Released: 1996-06-1096 minDir: Ben StillerComedy, Drama, ThrillerBudget: $47.0MBox office: $103M

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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

Themes

prison

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The Cable Guy is a 1996 American black comedy film directed by Ben Stiller and written by Lou Holtz Jr. It stars Jim Carrey as an eccentric cable installer who intrudes on the life of a customer (Matthew Broderick). Leslie Mann, George Segal, Diane Baker and Jack Black appear in supporting roles. It was released in the United States by Sony Pictures Releasing on June 14, 1996. The film was a box office success, grossing $102.8 million against a $47 million budget, though not to the extent of many of Carrey's previous films. It received mixed reviews from critics but developed a cult following.

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