Happy Birthday Jim Carrey! Here Are 7 of His Iconic Films

Yes Man (2008)

In this romantic comedy, Carrey plays Carl Allen, a man who is perpetually turned down for new adventures and caught in a vicious cycle of pessimism. After discovering a self-help programme that follows the mantra yes to everything, he makes the decision to give it a shot for a year.

Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)

Following a difficult split, Carrey and Kate Winslets characters undergo a treatment to remove each other from their memory; however, they quickly discover that love is difficult to forget.

Bruce Almighty (2003)

After being bestowed with divine abilities for a week, TV reporter (Carrey) discovers that being supremely strong isnt as easy as it seems.

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

In this live-action adaptation of Dr. Seusss beloved holiday classic, Carrey plays the sour Grinch who wants to rob the Whos of their Christmas.

Dumb and Dumber (1994)

In an attempt to find a misplaced briefcase, two foolish friends (Carrey and Jeff Daniels) take a road trip to Aspen, but their foolish deeds prevent them from ever there.

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994)

In order to locate the Miami Dolphins lost mascot, a silly pet detective (Carrey) is recruited, and hell employ any bizarre means necessary to complete the task.

The Mask (1994)

With funny results, a shy bank teller (Carrey) discovers a miraculous mask that turns him into a cartoonish superhero.