While the original 1966 version of "The Grinch" was loved for multiple generations after its airing, the 2000 adaptation directed by Ron Howard would arguably become more popular among audiences. Starring Jim Carrey as the Scrooge-like green monster, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" follows the plot of the original story, with some creative liberties. When a young Grinch presents his crush, Martha May Whovier, with a handmade angel for Christmas, he's embarrassed by the whole class and declares he'll hate Christmas forever. Once again, Cindy Lou Who, a young girl from Whoville, changes his perspective toward the holiday for good.
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