The Cable Guy stars Jim Carrey as a manic cable TV installer, Matthew Broderick as architect Steven Kovacs, and Leslie Mann as his girlfriend Robin Harris.
Main cast
- The Cable Guy (Ernie)Jim CarreyMain
- Steven M. KovacsMatthew BroderickMain
- Robin HarrisLeslie MannMain
Supporting cast
- EarlGeorge SegalSupp
- Mrs. KovacsDiane BakerSupp
- Steven’s DadJack BlackSupp
- HeatherAmy StillerSupp
- BrotherAndy DickSupp
- Sam Sweet (the Porno Gimp)Bobcat GoldthwaitSupp
- RickOwen WilsonSupp
Guest & voice
- Stanley’s ReceptionistJaneane GarofaloGuest
- BarryDavid CrossGuest
- BartenderBen StillerGuest
- HimselfEric RobertsGuest
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About this cast
The Cable Guy is a 1996 black comedy film directed by Ben Stiller. The story follows a lonely and unhinged cable installer who insinuates himself into the life of a customer, Steven Kovacs, with increasingly disturbing results.
FAQs
Who plays the Cable Guy in The Cable Guy?
Jim Carrey plays the Cable Guy, also called Ernie.
Who plays Steven in The Cable Guy?
Matthew Broderick plays Steven Kovacs.
Who plays Robin in The Cable Guy?
Leslie Mann plays Robin Harris.
Is The Cable Guy based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional dark comedy written by Lou Holtz Jr.
Who directed The Cable Guy?
The film was directed by Ben Stiller.
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