The Cable Guy is a 1996 American
satirical black comedy film directed by
Ben Stiller, who also co-stars in the film. The film stars
Jim Carrey and
Matthew Broderick. The film was released in the United States on June 14, 1996, and is notable for being
Judd Apatow's first work as a feature film producer. The film co-stars
Leslie Mann,
Jack Black,
George Segal,
Diane Baker,
Eric Roberts,
Owen Wilson,
Janeane Garofalo,
David Cross,
Andy Dick, Amy Stiller and
Bob Odenkirk.