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Jim Carrey, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Bill Irwin, Molly Shannon ... see more see more... , Clint Howard , Taylor Momsen , Anthony Hopkins , Joshua Ryan Evans , Mindy Sterling , Rance Howard , Jeremy Howard , T.J. Thyne , Josh Ryan Evans , Verne Troyer , Suzanne Krull

He's mean, he's green, and he's doesn't like the Yuletide season one bit -- Jim Carrey stars in this live-action adaptation of the classic children's story by Dr. Seuss (aka Theodore Geisel). High ato... read more read more...p Mt. Crumpet, the Grinch (Carrey) observes the residents of Whoville joyously preparing to celebrate Christmas. The Grinch was born in Whoville years ago, but was shunned due to his scary appearance, and his unrequited love for Martha May Whovier has turned him bitter; the good cheer of the Whos has been a thorn in his side ever since. Finally the Grinch decides he's had enough of all this happiness, and with the wary aid of his dog Max, the Grinch conspires to steal Christmas from Whoville, making off with their presents, holiday decorations, Christmas trees, and everything else used to enjoy the holiday. Molly Shannon, Christine Baranski, Jeffrey Tambor, and Clint Howard play several of the citizens of Whoville, while Anthony Hopkins narrates (taking over from the late Boris Karloff, who memorably read Dr. Seuss' story in Chuck Jones' 1966 animated adaptation of the story). Ron Howard directs. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 45 min.

Directed by: Ron Howard

Release Date: November 17, 2000

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DVD Release Date: November 20, 2001

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  • jennifxu
    April 20, 2012
    jennifxu
    I cannot in the least bit fathom why anyone would consider this entertainment. It's so obnoxious, loud, and offensive.
  • spielberg00
    April 13, 2012
    spielberg00
    OK+
  • LoughnerWasLucid
    April 13, 2012
    LoughnerWasLucid
    Jim Carrey can still pull me out of my slipping, quicksand depression but you know, just fuck every other actor in this movie and the director for not putting a goofy nose on the Cindy Loo girl. Grow into her nose? that doesn't happen. people don't grow their arms when they get t... read moreheir baptism. And Faith Hill's "where has Christmas run off to and how do find it" song. piss on a fucking urinal cake and force it down your throat with vodka, you over-analytical bitch. you know you've got your 10th anniversary soundtrack release check on the way so the spirit of christmas still turns the other cheek for you, you mistletoe deep-throating, joy-smothering holiday whore.
    But overall, pretty good flick!
  • blkbomb
    December 24, 2011
    blkbomb
    The Grinch: One man's toxic sludge is another man's potpourri. 

    "Inside a snowflake, like the one on your sleeve, there happened a story you must see to believe."

    Ron Howard's How the Grinch Stole Christmas has been a huge part of my Christmas since I was a little kid. I always... read more loved it. I loved it even when I didn't listen closely to the Grinch's dialogue which I have come to adore. Everything about this movie is good. Jim Carey as the Grinch is perfect and he gives one of his funniest performances in my eyes. Ron Howard does a great job creating the world of Whoville in all its Christmas glory. And could you find a more perfect narrator for this movie than Anthony Hopkins? Answer: NO. 

    The story is one everyone knows. We've all seen the animated classic with Boris Karloff. That is one of the most popular Christmas films. This isn't as loved. In fact, it seems that most people despise it. I've seen it probably twenty times and I still can't find anything I really dislike about it. But with most movies I like that others don't, I can see why they dislike it.

    First off, devotees of the old classic aren't going to be fulfilled with this because it puts whole new tones into the story and adds a lot of unnecessary humor. Another reason is obviously Jim Carey. There are a lot of people out there that just plain don't like him. As the Grinch, he is completely over the top. I loved his performance, but I can see why other people don't.

    I've been a huge fan of this movie since it came out and haven't missed watching around the Christmas season for 10 years now. It is always fun and hilarious holiday entertainment. It never gets old, even as I can utter every line the Grinch says, now. I know it isn't ever going to be considered a holiday classic or one of the better Christmas movies out there, but it will always be close to the top in my book.

    The Grinch: Any calls? 
    Grinch's Answering Machine: You have no messages. 
    The Grinch: Odd. Better check the outgoing. 
    Grinch's Answering Machine: If you utter so much as one syllable, I'LL HUNT YOU DOWN AND GUT YOU LIKE A FISH! If you'd like to fax me, press the star key. 
    The Grinch: Hmm. Hmm. 
  • aquateen2
    December 18, 2011
    aquateen2
    To enjoy How the Grinch stole Christmas it all comes down to whether or not you enjoy typical holiday films and of course Jim Carrey's physical comedy (which pretty much died after this film). I'm one of those people and I really enjoyed this holiday movie.
  • DreamExtractor
    December 3, 2011
    DreamExtractor
    One of my favorite Christmas classics. Jim Carrey is a great actor and just remember all who hate this, this is a great adaption, and you can hide it all you want, but you laughed in this movie. This movie is sweet, happy, and great production and make up. I'll admit the rando... read morem girl singing and the grinch being fat was creepy. But every year on Christmas Eve my entire family watch The Grinch, so you cant tell me nobody likes this, because we all do.
  • fb1686480544
    August 12, 2011
    fb1686480544
    Yeah, it's very cheesy. But I think just about in the right way. I always want to watch this at Christmas because it does actually make you, or me at least, feel mega christmassy. Jim Carrey as the grinch is brilliant. Lines that I used to quote with friends when I was a lot youn... read moreger still make me laugh. And it always blows my mind that the whole thing happens INSIDE a snow flake!! That's mental!
  • murphmann93
    June 24, 2011
    murphmann93
    One of the best Christmas films! A must see!
  • CloudStrife84
    June 20, 2011
    CloudStrife84
    Moderately amusing Christmas tale. Jim Carrey brings a kinetic performance to the screen as always, but it's unfortunately not enough to "carrey" the movie into greatness (yeah, I know, I'm so funny sometimes). This would probably have worked a lot better as a CG-animated feature... read more, because with live-action actors it looks a little...wrong. And what's with all the tilted camera angles? It's shot in such a bad way, that it's enough to make you motion sick. Not a wise directing-choice by Ron Howard there. In a larger sense, however, it's a pretty good family flick. The message is very obvious, and a bit sickly-sweet, yet somehow I found myself quite moved at the end of it. Had only the rest movie been as good as its last half hour, this could have been a Christmas classic worth returning to. Sadly though it's not, so it'll have to make-do with a mediocre final grade.
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    May 1, 2011
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Critic Reviews

David Edelstein
February 5, 2008
David Edelstein, Slate

Five-year-olds might go for it, but people who grew up with Jones' version will be looking at their watches and grinding their teeth. Full Review

Lisa Alspector
February 5, 2008
Lisa Alspector, Chicago Reader

Cloying fancy gives way to gross-out comedy, twisted social commentary, affecting pathos, and weirdly sexualized romance in this lurid live-action version of the classic children's book. Full Review

Todd McCarthy
February 5, 2008
Todd McCarthy, Variety

Shrill, strenuous and entirely without charm. Full Review

Rick Groen
March 19, 2002
Rick Groen, Globe and Mail

How the Grinch stole Christmas is one kind of larceny. How Jim Carrey steals the picture is another matter entirely. Full Review

J. Hoberman
August 17, 2001
J. Hoberman, Village Voice

Perhaps 20 minutes too long and subject to torpor. Full Review

Joel Siegel
April 23, 2001
Joel Siegel, Good Morning America

Less entertaining, less enlightening and less educational than either the book or the video.

Philip Wuntch
January 1, 2000
Philip Wuntch, Dallas Morning News

Nobody wants to leave Grinch feeling grouchy. And probably nobody will. Full Review

Robert Horton
January 1, 2000
Robert Horton, Film.com

Ron Howard seems much more engaged by the anarchy and mischief of the Grinch than he does with the pleasantries and communal feeling in Whoville. Perhaps there's hope for him yet.

Steven Rosen
January 1, 2000
Steven Rosen, Denver Post

Should be more heartfelt and touching than it is. Full Review

Susan Stark
January 1, 2000
Susan Stark, Detroit News

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas means to amaze, beguile, delight. And it will. Full Review

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