The Grinch

The Grinch, a grumpy hermit who lives in a cave on Mount Crumpit, despises Christmas and the joyous celebrations of the nearby Whoville. Driven by his own misery and a desire for peace and quiet, he concocts a plan to steal Christmas from the Whos. However, his scheme is threatened by the boundless cheer of a young Who named Cindy Lou, who plans to talk to Santa Claus about a personal matter.

The Grinch (2018) received generally mixed to positive reviews from critics, praising its visual style and voice acting, particularly Benedict Cumberbatch's performance. However, some critics found the story to be a less compelling or original retelling of the classic Dr. Seuss tale.

• Praised for its vibrant animation and Benedict Cumberbatch's comedic performance.
• Criticized by some for lacking the unique charm and depth of previous adaptations.
• Generally seen as a visually appealing, family-friendly holiday film.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a charming and visually impressive holiday movie, with many appreciating the humor and the fresh take on the classic story. Some viewers felt it didn't quite capture the heart of the original but still offered a solid family entertainment option.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature Film.

Benedict Cumberbatch initially auditioned for the role of the Grinch without realizing it was a non-singing role, and was surprised to learn he would not be performing any musical numbers.