Plumb and Dumber
Plumb and Dumber

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Plumb and Dumber

1995
Movie
Adult · 18+
83 min
English

Just when everything is going great, POW, WHAM...She walks into your life...Plumb & Dumber a feast of exotic stars, with some of the biggest breasts in the biz...Hot, Sizzling...POW!

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Metacritic37/100
Google Users86%
Director: Frank CoraciGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two well-meaning but dim-witted best friends, Lloyd Christmas and Harry Dunne, set out on a cross-country road trip to return a briefcase full of money to its owner. Unbeknownst to them, the briefcase was intentionally left behind by a criminal who is now pursuing them. Their journey is filled with absurd situations, misunderstandings, and hilarious encounters as they bumble their way towards their destination, oblivious to the danger they are in.

Critical Reception

Dumb and Dumber was met with mixed to positive reviews from critics upon its release, with many praising its slapstick humor and the comedic performances of Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels. While some critics found the humor to be overly crude or juvenile, audiences largely embraced the film's outrageous gags and absurd premise, leading to significant commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jim Carrey's breakout performance is a highlight, delivering a barrage of physical comedy and memorable catchphrases.

  • The film's humor relies heavily on slapstick and gross-out gags, which may not appeal to all viewers.

  • Despite critical divides, its sheer absurdity and Carrey's committed performance have cemented its status as a cult classic.

Google audience: Google users generally loved the film for its over-the-top humor and the undeniable chemistry between Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels. Many appreciated the film's willingness to be silly and the memorable, quotable lines that have become part of pop culture. Some users found the humor to be a bit too crude or nonsensical, but the overwhelming sentiment is positive, with many calling it a hilarious comedy classic.

Fun Fact

Jim Carrey was reportedly paid only $700,000 for his role in 'Dumb and Dumber,' a significantly lower sum compared to what he would command in subsequent years after becoming a major comedy star.

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