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The Cable Guy (1996)

The Cable Guy (1996)

Drama Comedy Thriller

There's no such thing as free cable.

Release Date: 1996, June 10
Directors: Ben Stiller
Countries: United States of America
Production: Columbia Pictures, Brillstein-Grey Entertainment, Licht/Mueller Film Corporation
Cast: Jack Black, Eric Roberts, James O'Connell, Kathy Griffin, Mark Fite, Matthew Broderick, Jim Carrey, Bob Odenkirk, Emilio Rivera, David Cross, Wendy L. Walsh, Janeane Garofalo

Overview:

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.

Keywords:

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