Review of The Cable Guy (1996) by Jeremy S — 10 May 2010

Could have been a fun idea but Jim Carrey's disturbing stalker movie instead.

This review of The Cable Guy (1996) was written by Jeremy S on 10 May 2010.

The Cable Guy has generally received positive reviews.

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