How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Franchise)

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas is a 2000 Christmas comedy film directed by Ron Howard and starring Jim Carrey as the Grinch, a creature who tries to ruin Christmas for the residents of Whoville. Based on Dr. Seuss’ 1957 book, the movie also features Jeffrey Tambor, Christine Baranski, Bill Irwin, Taylor Momsen, and Molly Shannon. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the film became a major box-office success, earning over $351 million worldwide and becoming the highest-grossing movie in the U.S. in 2000. It also won the Academy Award for Best Makeup and received additional recognition for its production and performances.