The Grinch
The Grinch hatches a scheme to ruin Christmas when the residents of Whoville plan their annual holiday celebration. But a certain little who might change things.
Critics Sentiment
Whos join together singing Welcome Christmas despite missing presents
Grinch fails to sabotage Whoville's Christmas tree lighting ceremony
The film jumps from its lowest point during the tree lighting sabotage to creative highs during the heist planning sequences
The Grinch receives mixed reception with stunning visuals and heartwarming moments offset by concerns about sanitized characterization and unnecessary plot padding. While critics appreciated the faithful adaptation of Seuss's core message and praised the spectacular heist sequences, many felt Cumberbatch's voice was too gentle and the psychological backstory diluted the original's elegant simplicity. The film succeeds as family-friendly entertainment that captures Christmas spirit despite being formulaic.
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Benedict Cumberbatch
Grinch (voice)
Rashida Jones
Donna Lou Who (voice)
Kenan Thompson
Bricklebaum (voice)
Cameron Seely
Cindy Lou Who (voice)
Angela Lansbury
Mayor McGerkle (voice)
Pharrell Williams
Narrator (voice)
Ramone Hamilton
Axl (voice)
Sam Lavagnino
Ozzy (voice)
Scarlett Estevez
Izzy (voice)
Michael Beattie
Store Clerk (voice)
Scott Mosier
Additional Voices (voice)
Lori Alan
Additional Voices (voice)
Carter Hastings
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Carlos Alazraqui
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John Kassir
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Cathy Cavadini
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Danny Mann
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Meilee Condron
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Tristan O'Hare
Groopert (voice)
Doug Burch
Additional Voices (voice)
Crew
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