The Cable Guy
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.
Movies Like The Cable Guy
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1982★ 7.8
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2011★ 5.8
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2023★ 6.5
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2010★ 5.9
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2016★ 6.4
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2004★ 6.1
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1947★ 7.3
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6 Below: Miracle on the Mountain
2017★ 5.8
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2010★ 6.2
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2014★ 5.9
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High Anxiety
1977★ 6.4
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Drop Dead Fred
1991★ 5.8
An unhappy housewife gets a lift from the return of her imaginary childhood friend, Drop Dead Fred.
Gotcha!
1985★ 6.0
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1992★ 6.6
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2024★ 6.9
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1976★ 6.8
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2009★ 6.9
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