Dumb and Dumber (1994)
Kernel Score: 73% · 6,776 ratings · Rated PG-13
Genres: Comedy
Released: 1994-12-16
Runtime: 107 minutes
Is Dumb and Dumber worth watching?
Depends on your taste. A broad, dim-witted road-trip comedy that is either hilarious or exhausting, depending on your tolerance for toilet humor. Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels commit completely, which is why it still works for fans.
Watch it if you
- love slapstick and gross-out gags
- like Jim Carrey at full volume
- want a mindless laugh
Skip it if you
- want smart or subtle comedy
- dislike crude humor
Best for: Friends and snacks night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Dumb and Dumber
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
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US availability, updated 2026-10-21.
Overview
Lloyd and Harry are two men whose stupidity is really indescribable. When Mary, a beautiful woman, loses an important suitcase with money before she leaves for Aspen, the two friends (who have found the suitcase) decide to return it to her. After some "adventures" they finally get to Aspen where, using the lost money they live it up and fight for Mary's heart.
Movies like Dumb and Dumber
If you liked Dumb and Dumber, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Planes, Trains and Automobiles (1987) — 82%: Road-trip comedy with a mismatched pair.
- Airplane! (1980) — 82%: Fast, gag-heavy comedy that gets silly.
- National Lampoon's Vacation (1983) — 79%: Family road-trip comedy that spirals into chaos.
- Green Book (2018) — 90%: Road-trip buddy story with more heart and less nonsense.
Director
Cast
- Jim Carrey as Lloyd Christmas
- Jeff Daniels as Harry Dunne
- Lauren Holly as Mary Swanson
- Teri Garr as Helen Swanson
- Charles Rocket as Nicholas Andre
- Karen Duffy as J.P. Shay
- Mike Starr as Joe Mentaliano
- Felton Perry as Detective Dale
- Hank Brandt as Karl Swanson
- Brad Lockerman as Bobby
Dumb and Dumber FAQ
Is Dumb and Dumber worth watching?
Depends on your taste. A broad, dim-witted road-trip comedy that is either hilarious or exhausting, depending on your tolerance for toilet humor. Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels commit completely, which is why it still works for fans.
Where can I watch Dumb and Dumber?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Dumb and Dumber rated?
Dumb and Dumber is rated PG-13.
What movies are like Dumb and Dumber?
If you liked Dumb and Dumber, try Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Airplane!, National Lampoon's Vacation and Green Book.