The Cable Guy

1996 · 1h36 · Film

Directed by Ben Stiller

Starring Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, Leslie Mann, Jack Black, George Segal, Diane Baker, Ben Stiller, Eric Roberts, Janeane Garofalo, Andy Dick

Ideal when you feel… Exhausted Happy Romantic

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.

Original language

English

Screenplay

Lou Holtz Jr., Richard K. Buoen

Music

John Ottman

Cinematography

Robert Brinkmann

Cast

Jack Black, George Segal, Diane Baker, Ben Stiller, Eric Roberts, Janeane Garofalo, Andy Dick, Harry O'Reilly, David Cross

Updated July 22, 2026

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