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The Cable Guy (1996), directed by Ben Stiller, is a comedy film and is available to stream on 6 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 6.1/10 and 57% on Rotten Tomatoes from 2,650 ratings, it has divided audience opinion. Released in 1996, it's a 1990s comedy that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Jim Carrey, Matthew Broderick, and Leslie Mann. At 96 minutes, it's easy to fit into a single evening. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
You can watch The Cable Guy for free (with ads) on Xumo Play — no subscription required, so it's the easiest option if you don't already pay for a streaming service. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with Shrek 2 and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, both of which are available to stream right now.
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- No — The Cable Guy isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- The Cable Guy is available to stream for free on Xumo Play in the US.
- No — The Cable Guy isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- Yes — The Cable Guy is available to stream for free (with ads) on Xumo Play in the US.
- The Cable Guy runs 1h 36m (96 minutes total).
- IMDb 6.1/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 57% · Metacritic 56/100.
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