Fans Demand 4-Hour Director’s Cut of Jim Carrey’s The Grinch

Jim Carrey’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas has become a holiday classic since its debut in 2000, and now die-hard fans are petitioning for an extended cut of the film. The petition calls for all deleted scenes, including ones not available on home video, to be reintegrated into the movie, creating the mythical 4-hour version that director Ron Howard previously mentioned.

Fans want the additional footage, including chaotic Grinch antics and extended sequences, remastered in HD. Many of these scenes only exist in low-quality formats from the original DVD and Blu-ray releases. Beyond the extended runtime, supporters are also requesting new bonus features, such as commentary from Jim Carrey and Taylor Momsen, concept art galleries, and behind-the-scenes insights.

One fan, who credits the movie for inspiring their career in acting and directing, shared their passion for the project, saying, “This movie inspired me to pursue a career as an actor/director… When I was six, I would watch the behind-the-scenes sections of the DVD repeatedly, fascinated by the filmmaking process.”

The petition has already garnered over 1,700 signatures, with the official description encouraging fans to share the hashtag #WEWANTGRINCHEXTCUT to rally more support.

Ron Howard once revealed that the original cut of The Grinch ran four hours, leaving around two hours of material on the cutting room floor. The petition also highlights the occasional airing of additional footage on ABC and Freeform broadcasts, which fans hope to see fully restored in the potential extended release.

This call for a director’s cut echoes the dedication of holiday movie lovers and Grinch enthusiasts everywhere, proving just how timeless this festive favorite has become.