The Cable Guy

Steven Kovacs proposes to his girlfriend Robin Harris, but the moment does not go as planned. Feeling rejected and distraught, he is forced to confront the reality of his failed relationship.

In his time of need, Steven turns to his reckless friend Rick for advice and support. This decision leads him down a path that will drastically change his life.

Steven decides to bribe cable installer Ernie 'Chip' Douglas to get complimentary movie channels. However, Chip's unannounced arrival leads to a number of unexpected consequences.

Chip takes Steven on a spontaneous trip to the city's central satellite dish, where he opens up about his troubled childhood. Their bond deepens, but tensions begin to surface.

Chip's involvement in Steven's life becomes intrusive as he crashes a basketball game. His aggressive style leads to chaos, breaking a glass panel and drawing unwanted attention.

After a night out at Medieval Times filled with competitive jousting, Chip surprises Steven by installing a lavish home theater system. Despite Steven's hesitation, he feels obligated to host a party.

At the party Chip hosts for his friends, Steven ends up sleeping with a woman named Heather, only to later learn that she is a prostitute. This revelation leads to tension between Steven and Chip.

Angry about the betrayal, Steven confronts Chip over the incident with Heather. This confrontation culminates in a fallout that leaves their friendship hanging by a thread.

In a twisting act of revenge, Chip seeks out Robin, now dating Owen Wilson. He inflicts violence upon Owen and deceives Robin into thinking Steven has sent her a new cable package.

Chip's obsessive behavior escalates as he frames Steven for possession of stolen property. Steven is arrested due to Chip's manipulation, facing severe humiliation in the process.

After Chip leaks a private conversation, Steven is fired from his job, further adding to his suffering. The betrayal deepens as he battles a sense of helplessness.

Determined to help his friend, Rick investigates Chip, discovering a troubling history of stalking and psychological issues. This revelation heightens the stakes for Steven.

With Chip planning to visit Robin, Steven races against time to locate her. The tension builds as Steven realizes he must confront Chip once and for all.

At the satellite dish, Steven face-offs against Chip, who holds Robin hostage. After a dramatic struggle, Steven manages to save her and brings the chaos to a climactic close.

In a shocking twist, Chip makes a reckless dive off a ladder and causes a citywide television blackout. Though injured, his haunting smile suggests his obsessions remain unresolved.