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The Truman Show

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The Truman Show

PG

Released Jun 5, 1998

1h 42m

Comedy

Drama

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He doesn't know it, but everything in Truman Burbank's (Jim Carrey) life is part of a massive TV set. Executive producer Christof (Ed Harris) orchestrates "The Truman Show," a live broadcast of Truman's every move captured by hidden cameras. Cristof tries to control Truman's mind, even removing his true love, Sylvia (Natascha McElhone), from the show and replacing her with Meryl (Laura Linney). As Truman gradually discovers the truth, however, he must decide whether to act on it.

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Critics Consensus

A funny, tender, and thought-provoking film, The Truman Show is all the more noteworthy for its remarkably prescient vision of runaway celebrity culture and a nation with an insatiable thirst for the private details of ordinary lives.

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Elvis Mitchell

Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com

There are no surprises in The Truman Show, except that Weir and Carrey manage to keep the picture on course.

Rated: 3/5

Feb 15, 2023

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Terry Lawson

Detroit Free Press

This is acting that isn't, but Carrey doesn't let the two-way mirror throw him; his unreality becomes his only real truth.

Rated: 3/4

Feb 14, 2023

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Quentin Curtis

Daily Telegraph (UK)

It is really about freedom... and it is to our own enslavement that this powerful, brilliant, and profound film speaks.

Feb 14, 2023

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

It’s a curious social experiment idea, even if it's steeped in a fantasy so comprehensive that it always feels unconvincing.

Rated: 6/10

Sep 16, 2024

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James Kendrick

Q Network Film Desk

a prophetic comedy of ideas that hit all too close to home in our media-savvy, television-obsessed, celebrity-enthralled times

Rated: 4/4

Oct 8, 2023

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Luke Buckmaster

Flicks (AU, NZ, UK)

Thinking about The Truman Show in 2023, it’s clear the film—marvellously written by Andrew Niccol—was ahead of its time in some respects and doomed to be quickly dated in others.

Aug 30, 2023

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Max K

Jim Carrey's best film, without a doubt. A great performance by the actor and a fictional story that is very current in an emotional context.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/27/25

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Nicholas B

The Truman Show is a fantastic 4.5-star film that I truly admire. With its thought-provoking concept, emotional depth, and brilliant performances, it delivers a unique and captivating experience. Jim Carrey shines as Truman Burbank, a man unknowingly living inside a massive reality TV show, while Ed Harris adds intensity as the show's creator. The film’s exploration of surveillance, free will, and existentialism makes it a cinematic masterpiece.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/26/25

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paris j

I love socks. you should also watch this movie. I haven't watched it myself i'm only here to say that I love socks. my dog eats socks too.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/20/25

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nathan w

cult classic for a reason

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/14/25

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Alexander T

This movie is crazy.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/13/25

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Anon y

This movie is great. Seeing the descent into madness of Truman as he realizes his sad reality is very compelling and makes the ending so much more impactful. Absolute must-see.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/09/25

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Synopsis

He doesn't know it, but everything in Truman Burbank's (Jim Carrey) life is part of a massive TV set. Executive producer Christof (Ed Harris) orchestrates "The Truman Show," a live broadcast of Truman's every move captured by hidden cameras. Cristof tries to control Truman's mind, even removing his true love, Sylvia (Natascha McElhone), from the show and replacing her with Meryl (Laura Linney). As Truman gradually discovers the truth, however, he must decide whether to act on it.

Director: Peter Weir
Producer: Scott Rudin, Andrew Niccol, Edward S. Feldman, Adam Schroeder
Screenwriter: Andrew Niccol
Production Co: Paramount Pictures, Scott Rudin Productions
Rating: PG
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 5, 1998, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 1, 2012
Box Office (Gross USA): $125.6M
Runtime: 1h 42m
Sound Mix: Surround

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