Guide Note

The Grinch is a crabby green creature who serves as the villain in Dr. Seuss's popular children's book and cartoon How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The story sees "Mr. Grinch" set out to ruin the holidays for all the little Whos in Whoville, but by the end of the tale (spoiler alert!), his heart is found and he changes his ways. The Grinch is assisted by his floppy-eared dog, the well-meaning Max.

Fast Facts

1. 1957: Children's' book published
2. 1966: Television special produced by MGM
3. Star of the cartoon: Boris Karloff
4. 2000: Film version released
5. Star of the movie: Jim Carrey
6. 2001: Film wins Oscar for Best Makeup

"Stupid, stupid, stupid!" - The Grinch (IMDb)

"Those Whos are hard to frazzle, Max. But, we did our worst, and that's all that matters." - The Grinch (IMDb)

"Blast this Christmas music. It's joyful and triumphant." - The Grinch (IMDb)

"[hating the Whos] Hate, hate, hate. Hate, hate, hate. Double Hate. LOATHE ENTIRELY!" - The Grinch (IMDb)

"What's that stench? It's fantastic." - The Grinch (IMDb)

"Are you having a holly, jolly Christmas?" - The Grinch (IMDb)