The Cable Guy
"There's no such thing as free cable."
Originally released in 1996. The Cable Guy is a comedy/drama film. directed by Ben Stiller.
Starring Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, and Leslie Mann
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 fend for himself because no one else can believe Chip's capable of such behaviour.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 10, 1996
29 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Mixed (2,580 votes)
Budget
$47M
Production budget
Box Office
$102.8M
2.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $47,000,000
- Revenue
- $102,825,796
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
- Brillstein-Grey Entertainment
- Licht/Mueller Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
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 St...
Who directed The Cable Guy?
The Cable Guy was directed by Ben Stiller.
How long is The Cable Guy?
The Cable Guy has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was The Cable Guy released?
The Cable Guy was released on June 10, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Cable Guy?
The main cast of The Cable Guy includes Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, Leslie Mann, Jack Black, George Segal.
Is The Cable Guy worth watching?
The Cable Guy has a user rating of 6.0/10 based on 2,580 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.