Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond (2017)
Kernel Score: 83% · 727 ratings
Genres: Documentary, Drama, Comedy
Released: 2017-09-05
Runtime: 93 minutes
Where to watch Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Offbeat documentarian Chris Smith provides a behind-the-scenes look at how Jim Carrey adopted the persona of idiosyncratic comedian Andy Kaufman on the set of Man on the Moon.
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond is a documentary about Jim Carrey's immersive performance as Andy Kaufman, touching on mental instability.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Jim Carrey as Self
- Danny DeVito as Self
- Miloš Forman as Self
- Judd Hirsch as Self
- Peter Bonerz as Self
- Randall Carver as Self
- Andy Dick as Self
- Paul Giamatti as Self
- Hugh Hefner as Self
- Elton John as Self
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond FAQ
Is Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond good?
Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 727 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond?
In the US you can stream Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond on Netflix.
Is Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond is a documentary about Jim Carrey's immersive performance as Andy Kaufman, touching on mental instability.
What movies are like Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond?
If you liked Jim & Andy: The Great Beyond, try Man on the Moon, A Brighter Tomorrow, One Cut of the Dead and Dolemite Is My Name.