Where to Watch All Three Versions of How the Grinch Stole Christmas in 2024

As Christmas approaches, the tale of the Grinch is always a holiday favorite! Originally written in 1957 by Dr. Seuss, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” tells the story of a grumpy character who despises the holiday season in the festive town of Whoville.

Since its debut, this heartwarming story has been adapted into three different films. The 1966 animated version, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!”, the 2000 live-action film featuring Jim Carrey, and the 2018 animated adaptation simply titled “The Grinch.”

If you’re looking to enjoy these classic movies, here’s where you can find each adaptation:

– “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” (1966): You can catch the classic animated version of the Grinch on Peacock. Additionally, you can rent or buy it on Apple TV. If you prefer watching it on TV, NBC will be airing it on Wednesday, December 25th at 8 p.m. ET.

– “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000): Want to see Jim Carrey’s memorable performance as the Grinch? You can rent or buy this live-action version on Amazon Prime or Apple TV. Freeform will be showing it as part of their “25 Days of Christmas” lineup on Monday, December 23rd at 3:50 p.m. ET.

– “The Grinch” (2018): The most recent adaptation of this Christmas classic is available for streaming on Peacock. Like the other versions, you can also rent or buy it on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Freeform will be airing it on Tuesday, December 24th at 9 p.m. ET and Wednesday, December 25th at 4 p.m. ET.

With these options, you can get into the holiday spirit with the Grinch and his heartwarming journey in Whoville. Whether you prefer the original animated version, the live-action film, or the latest animated adaptation, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas season!