Jim Carrey may return for a Grinch sequel
Jim Carrey may return for a Grinch sequel
Updated at: June 19, 2026 at 01:30 AM
Exciting news emerged in June 2026: a sequel to the beloved 2000 holiday classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, is officially in development.
Universal Pictures and Imagine Entertainment are spearheading the project, with original director Ron Howard returning to helm the film.
Most thrilling for fans is the news that Jim Carrey is reportedly in talks to reprise his iconic, green-furred role.
While Carrey has been largely semi-retired lately, this potential return to such a massive hit is major Hollywood news.
The creative team behind the script includes Alec Berg, Jeff Schaffer, and David Mandel, who previously worked on projects like Curb Your Enthusiasm and the live-action Cat in the Hat.
Although plot details are still under wraps and there is no confirmed release date yet, the return of the original director and star promises to reignite the magic of the Academy Award-winning 2000 original.
Whether through traditional makeup or modern motion-capture technology, fans everywhere are eager to see if the Grinch will once again steal our hearts this holiday season.
