Review of The Cable Guy (1996) by Rod E — 29 May 2013

A perfect improbable characters piece of comedy. Tons of great scenes and great lines.

This review of The Cable Guy (1996) was written by Rod E on 29 May 2013.

The Cable Guy has generally received positive reviews.

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