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The Mask

Play trailer Poster for The Mask PG-13 Released Jul 29, 1994 1h 41m Comedy Action Fantasy Play Trailer Watchlist
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When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss (Jim Carrey) discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle (Cameron Diaz). Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell (Peter Greene), whose goons get blamed for the heist.
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It misses perhaps as often as it hits, but Jim Carrey's manic bombast, Cameron Diaz' blowsy appeal, and the film's overall cartoony bombast keep The Mask afloat.

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Steven Rea Philadelphia Inquirer When his face turns green and his limbs get limber, Carrey's pretty much unstoppable. This cartoon-y creation is an amazing fusion of physical comedy and state-of-the- art cinema illusion. Rated: 2.5/4 Apr 12, 2013 Full Review Michael Sragow The New Yorker The gangland plot is flimsy (bad guy Peter Greene wears too much eyeliner), and the jokes are erratic, but it's a far better showcase for Carrey's comic-from-Uranus talent than Ace Ventura. Apr 12, 2013 Full Review Gene Siskel Chicago Tribune Carrey and his aggressive overbite are back, but this time he's better used as an ingredient instead of as the plot. Rated: 3/4 Apr 12, 2013 Full Review Joshua M. Patton CBR The humor in The Mask movie hasn't aged well. Rated: 6/10 Jul 31, 2024 Full Review Don Shanahan Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast Over the top in all of the best ways, even after 30 years. May 18, 2024 Full Review Mal Vincent The Virginian-Pilot Jim Carrey is the movies' wildest physical comic in decades. Come to think of it, has there ever been anyone quite this insane? Rated: 3/4 Feb 25, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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David G. I’m sorry guys, I don’t really like this movie. Not gonna lie I thought it was really boring and cliche most of the time and it was only really fun when Stanley put the mask on, which isn’t a lot. It would’ve been way more fun if it was just the Mask causing chaos around the city with little to no plot. There were 3 parts I really liked though: 1. I thought it was hilarious that Peggy was actually working for Dorian. It really seemed like they were setting her up to get with Stanley in the end because of all the “it’s the person behind the mask that counts” stuff. It really caught me off guard and had me laughing for the next 2 scenes. 2. I love that part when that guy hit a golf ball off of the tee in Dorian’s mouth. That was sick. 3. I thought it was funny to see the teacher from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off in this lol. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/09/25 Full Review Stephen C Funny in 1 hour and 41 minutes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $119,900,000.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/20/25 Full Review Rami A Jim Carrey's energy, charisma, and humor are what carry this movie. A lot of things may not have aged well, but it's still a fun and somewhat silly movie that I believe shouldn't be taken seriously. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/12/25 Full Review Audience Member Absolute entertainment... Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/23/25 Full Review Dave A This film and character are legendary! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/28/25 Full Review John R It's party time! P A R T why? Because I gotta Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/14/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Chuck Russell

Director

Jim Carrey

Stanley Ipkiss

Cameron Diaz

Tina Carlyle

Peter Riegert

Lt. Mitch Kellaway

Peter Greene

Dorian Tyrell

Amy Yasbeck

Peggy Brandt

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Synopsis When timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss (Jim Carrey) discovers a magical mask containing the spirit of the Norse god Loki, his entire life changes. While wearing the mask, Ipkiss becomes a supernatural playboy exuding charm and confidence which allows him to catch the eye of local nightclub singer Tina Carlyle (Cameron Diaz). Unfortunately, under the mask's influence, Ipkiss also robs a bank, which angers junior crime lord Dorian Tyrell (Peter Greene), whose goons get blamed for the heist.
Director
Chuck Russell
Producer
Robert Engelman
Screenwriter
Mike Werb
Distributor
Laurenfilm S.A., New Line Cinema
Production Co
New Line Cinema, Dark Horse Entertainment
Rating
PG-13
Genre
Comedy, Action, Fantasy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 29, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 1, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA)
$119.9M
Runtime
1h 41m
Sound Mix
Surround, Stereo, DTS
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