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How the Grinch Stole Christmas

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How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

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Consensus: Jim Carrey shines as the Grinch. Unfortunately, it's not enough to save this movie. You'd be better off watching the TV cartoon.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] some crude humor

Runtime: 1 hr 45 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release: Nov 17, 2000 Wide

Box Office: $259,011,600

Synopsis: Director Ron Howard casts comedian Jim Carrey in the title role in this live-action adaptation of the famous Christmas tale by Dr. Seuss, giving this rendition of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS a delightfully manic spin. Carrey is... Director Ron Howard casts comedian Jim Carrey in the title role in this live-action adaptation of the famous Christmas tale by Dr. Seuss, giving this rendition of HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS a delightfully manic spin. Carrey is virtually unrecognizable in his elaborate green makeup, but his anarchic comic touch is unmistakable. He manages to fully embody the grumpy title character, while still supplying his own comedic touches, and it is his performance that makes the film a treat for adults and children alike. The candy-colored set design for the town of Whoville and the jubilant score contribute to the overall feeling of innocuous fantasy that the Grinch disrupts with his dastardly deeds. The familiar story of the Grinch stealing every present in town on Christmas Eve has been expanded to incorporate flashbacks to the Grinch's childhood, which serve to explain his hostility toward the Whos. As Cindy Lou-Who, a little girl so sweet she sees goodness even in the Grinch, young Taylor Momsen strikes just the right note of adorable ingenuousness. Howard gets the performance the film needs from her, as her character makes the Grinch's eventual change of heart both believable and touching. [More]

Starring: Jim Carrey, Molly Shannon, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski

Starring: Jim Carrey, Molly Shannon, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Verne Troyer, Mindy Sterling, Bill Irwin, Clint Howard, Taylor Momsen

Director: Ron Howard

Director: Ron Howard
Screenwriter: Jeffrey Price, Peter S. Seaman
Producer: Brian Grazer
Composer: James Horner
Studio: Universal Pictures

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Nov 15, 2002

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DVD Features:

  • Region 1
  • 2-Disc Set
  • Disc #1: Full Frame
  • Pan & Scan - 1.33:1

Audio:

  • Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
  • Dolby Digital 5.1 - French
  • DTS Surround 5.1 - English

Additional Release Material:

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Outtakes
  • Featurette - 1. WHO SCHOOL
  • 2. MAKEUP APPLICATION AND DESIGN
  • 3. SEUSSIAN SET DECORATION
  • 4. VISUAL EFFECTS
  • Music Video - 1. Faith Hill - "Where Are You Christmas?"
  • Trailers

Interactive Features:

  • Scene Access
  • Interactive Menus

Text/Photo Galleries:

  • Production Notes
  • Wholiday Recipes
  • Filmographies

DVD-ROM Features:

  • Grinch Game
  • Sing-Along Songs
  • Read-Along
  • Dress the Grinch
  • Rhyme Time
  • Disc #2: Widescreen
  • Anamorphic Widescreen - 1.85:1

Audio:

  • Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
  • Dolby Digital 5.1 - French

Additional Release Material:

  • Deleted Scenes
  • Outtakes
  • Audio Commentary - 1. Ron Howard - Director, Brian Grazer - Producer
  • Trailers - 1. Bonus Trailer - DR. SEUSS' THE CAT IN THE HAT

Interactive Features:

  • Scene Access
  • Interactive Menus

DVD-ROM Features:

  • Printable Coloring Sheet
  • Print Your Own Holiday Cards
  • Brain-Teasing Puzzles
  • Who-liday Recipes
  • Exciting Games
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Latest News for How the Grinch Stole Christmas

August 01, 2007: Trailer Bulletin: Horton Hears a Who
The last few times somebody tried to turn Dr. Seuss into a movie, the results were ... How the Grinch Stole Christmas and (dear lord) The Cat in the Hat. And then somebody got... More...

February 05, 2007: Jim Carrey Talks About Voicing Dr. Seuss' "Horton"
Jim Carrey did such a bang up job as the live-action "Grinch" that he's landed himself another Dr. Seuss gig. The "Horton Hears a Who" film will be animated... More...

September 13, 2006: Funny Men Carrey, Carell Re-Team for "Who"
Jim Carrey is teaming up with Dr. Seuss once more, and this time, Steve Carell is tagging, The reason? Probably because they had so much fun in "Bruce Almighty."... More...

December 21, 2005: Critical Consensus: "Dick & Jane" Not Much Fun; "Cheaper" Is Bankrupt
This week's wide releases include a remake ("Fun With Dick and Jane") and a sequel to a remake ("Cheaper By the Dozen 2"). Will critics be laughing at these... More...

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