For years, there have been talks of a sequel to the 1994 comedy classic Dumb and Dumber. Featuring Jim Carrey and Jeff Bridges as two completely moth-minded dweebs, this certified hit represented the peek of critical and commercial success for director bros Peter and Bobby Farrelly. Having all but fallen in obscurity, the Farrelly brothers have had a rash of comedy clunkers (Fever Pitch, Hall Pass, The Three Stooges) but hope to make a grab for that fallen star with Dumb and Dumber To.
In the years following the film, Carey and Bridges’ careers have shifted wildly. Just two nights ago, Bridges took home the Emmy for Best Actor for his work on HBO’s The Newsroom while Carey has largely shifted his focus from comedy to drama…or, let’s be honest, dramedy.
One of the more promising aspects is that the whole gang seems to be involved in the project for personal interest rather than the money. The project was been suggested and put on hold for years. At one point, it almost moved forward without Jim Carrey but, thankfully, those holding the reins got the idea that people weren’t interested in the film without the original comedy duo standing behind it. Luckily, Carrey and Bridge’s schedules have finally aligned, like two magical stars. The question is: will they be able to recapture the magic twenty years on?
Dumb and Dumber To is directed by Peter and Bobby Farrelly and stars Jim Carrey, Jeff Daniels, Kathleen Turner, Rachel Melvin, Brady Bluhm, Laurie Holden, and Steve Tom. There is no official release date yet.
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