There's Something About Mary

Ted is still hopelessly in love with Mary, his high school sweetheart. He hires a private investigator, Pat Healy, to find her and ask her out. However, Healy falls for Mary himself, leading to a hilarious and awkward love triangle. The film follows Ted's increasingly desperate attempts to win Mary back amidst a series of outrageous and embarrassing situations.

There's Something About Mary was a critical and commercial success, widely praised for its outrageous humor, memorable characters, and surprisingly sweet romantic core. Critics noted the Farrelly brothers' ability to blend crude jokes with genuine heart, making it one of the most talked-about comedies of the late 90s.

• Praised for its bold and often shocking comedic set pieces.
• Applauded for its surprisingly effective blend of gross-out humor and romantic comedy tropes.
• Cameron Diaz's performance as Mary was highlighted as a charming counterpoint to the male leads' antics.

Google audience: Audience reviews often cite the film's laugh-out-loud moments and memorable gags, particularly praising its willingness to push comedic boundaries. Many enjoyed the chemistry between the lead actors and the overall lighthearted, albeit raunchy, tone.

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. Cameron Diaz was nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Actress – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy.

The infamous 'zipper scene' was improvised by Ben Stiller and tested on a small audience before being included in the film, with its success leading to the inclusion of other crude gags.