7 Harsh Realities of Rewatching Jim Carrey’s ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas’ 25 Years Later

The film takes the simple story of How the Grinch Stole Christmas and turns it into a detailed backstory, exploring the world of Whoville, the Grinch’s difficult childhood, and even offering a commentary on how much we buy. While some find it a strange, brightly colored fantasy that fits in well with other holiday movies, revisiting it now, 25 years later, shows some flaws. The makeup and sets still look great, and Jim Carrey’s performance is still energetic, but certain aspects haven’t held up over time.







