The Grinch Cast and Budget

The Grinch Cast and Budget

The Grinch is a 2018 American computer-animated Christmas film based on Dr. Seuss's 1957 children's book of the same name and its 1966 animated television adaptation. The film is directed by Scott Mosier and Yarrow Cheney, written by Michael LeSieur and Tommy Swerdlow, and produced by Chris Meledandri and Janet Healy. Benedict Cumberbatch voices the title character, alongside the voices of Rashida Jones, Kenan Thompson, Cameron Seely, Angela Lansbury, and Pharrell Williams.

Cast

• Benedict Cumberbatch as the Grinch, a grumpy and green furry creature who lives in a cave on Mount Crumpit and despises Christmas.
• Rashida Jones as Donna Who, Cindy Lou Who's hardworking single mother.
• Kenan Thompson as Bricklebaum, a cheerful and jolly Who living near the Grinch's lair.
• Cameron Seely as Cindy Lou Who, a sweet and kind-hearted young girl who believes in the Grinch's capacity for good.
• Angela Lansbury as Mayor McGerkle, the mayor of Whoville.
• Pharrell Williams as the Narrator, who guides the audience through the story.

Budget

The film had a production budget of $75 million.

Box Office

The film was a box office success, grossing $526.7 million worldwide against its $75 million budget. It was the highest-grossing animated film of 2018, as well as the highest-grossing adaptation of a Dr. Seuss book.

Production

The film was produced by Illumination Entertainment and distributed by Universal Pictures. Animation was provided by Illumination's Mac Guff studio.

Critical Reception

The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise for its animation, humor, and Cumberbatch's performance. However, some critics felt that the film was too long and lacked the originality of the original book.

Awards

The film won the BAFTA Award for Best Animated Film and was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.

Home Media

The film was released on Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray on March 26, 2019. It was also released on digital platforms on the same day.

Conclusion

The Grinch is a heartwarming and entertaining film that captures the spirit of Christmas. It is a must-see for fans of the original book, as well as for families looking for a fun and festive holiday movie.

Additional Information

• The film was originally scheduled to be released on November 10, 2017, but was later pushed back to November 9, 2018.
• The film was inspired by the original Dr. Seuss book, as well as the Chuck Jones-directed 1966 animated television special.
• The film's soundtrack was composed by Danny Elfman.
• The film was nominated for several awards, including the Golden Globe Award for Best Animated Feature Film and the Critics' Choice Award for Best Animated Feature