How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
Ron Howard's live-action holiday classic brings Dr. Seuss's beloved grumpy green creature to vivid life, starring Jim Carrey in an unforgettable performance.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Movie Information
- Original Title: How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Release Year: 2000
- Directed by: Ron Howard
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Family, Comedy, Fantasy
- Age Rating (US): PG
- Runtime: 1h 45m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 17, 2000 (Canada - PG), November 17, 2000 (United States - PG), December 1, 2000 (United Kingdom - PG), November 22, 2000 (Germany - 6), December 6, 2000 (France - TP), November 30, 2000 (Australia - PG), December 8, 2000 (Brazil - L), December 1, 2000 (Mexico - A), November 30, 2000 (Spain - APTA), December 16, 2000 (South Korea - ALL)
- Alternative Titles: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (US), Der Grinch: Wie der Grinch Weihnachten gestohlen hat (DE), Ինչպես Գրինչը գողացավ ամանորը (AM), Як Ґрінч викрав Різдво (UA), De cómo Odeón intentó robarse la Navidad (VE), Cum a furat Grinch Crăciunul (RO), Dr Seuss: Le grincheux qui voulait gâcher Noël (CA), เดอะกริ๊นช์ ตัวเขียวป่วนเมือง (TH)
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Imagine Entertainment, LUNI Productions
- Production Countries: United States of America, Germany
How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Plot
The Grinch decides to rob Whoville of Christmas - but a dash of kindness from little Cindy Lou Who and her family may be enough to melt his heart...
How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the Grinch's mischievous holiday schemes unfold:
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Ron Howard
Main Cast
- Jim Carrey
- Taylor Momsen
- Jeffrey Tambor
- Christine Baranski
- Bill Irwin
- Molly Shannon
- Clint Howard
- Josh Ryan Evans
- Mindy Sterling
- Bryce Dallas Howard
Writers
- Peter S. Seaman
- Jeffrey Price
Producers
- Ron Howard
- Brian Grazer
How the Grinch Stole Christmas - FAQs
Why does the Grinch hate Christmas in this movie?
In the 2000 film, the Grinch's hatred of Christmas is rooted in childhood trauma. He was mocked and humiliated by the Whos of Whoville as a young boy, leading him to isolate himself on Mount Crumpit. The film expands on Dr. Seuss's original story by exploring this painful backstory in greater depth.
Where can you stream How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
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Is How the Grinch Stole Christmas based on a true story?
No, it is not based on a true story. The 2000 film is a live-action adaptation of Dr. Seuss's beloved 1957 children's book of the same name. The story is entirely fictional, set in the fantastical world of Whoville and featuring the iconic green, cave-dwelling Grinch.
Who plays the Grinch in the 2000 movie?
Jim Carrey plays the Grinch in the 2000 film. His performance required hours of daily prosthetic makeup application and became one of the most physically demanding roles of his career. The cast also includes Taylor Momsen as Cindy Lou Who, Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, and Bill Irwin.
What is the age rating for How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) is rated PG in the United States. The rating reflects mild thematic elements and some humor that may not suit the very youngest viewers, but the film is broadly suitable for family audiences of all ages.
How long is How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000) has a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes (105 minutes). Directed by Ron Howard, the film is a full-length live-action holiday feature that significantly expands on the original Dr. Seuss story.
Did How the Grinch Stole Christmas win any awards?
Yes. The film won the Academy Award for Best Makeup in 2001, recognizing the extraordinary work involved in transforming Jim Carrey into the Grinch. It also received nominations for Best Art Direction and Best Costume Design at the same ceremony, and was a massive box office success.
What are some movies similar to How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
If you enjoyed How the Grinch Stole Christmas, you might also like Elf (2003), The Santa Clause (1994), Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992), Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events (2004), and the animated How the Grinch Stole Christmas! (1966), which is the original TV special that inspired the film.
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