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The Mask

1994·Movie
1h 41min·PG-13
70
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Very funny, stunning style.

Energy

Fast-paced and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Nostalgic and romantic

  • Nostalgia9
  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and absurdist humor

  • Physical Comedy10
  • Absurdist Humor9
  • Situational Comedy8

World

Fantasy and pop culture

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • Rewatchability9
  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout performances and direction

  • Acting10
  • Direction8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout score, visual style, and cinematography

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition9
  • Visual Stylization9
  • Music Centrality9

Who it's for

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About

From zero to hero.

Timid bank clerk Stanley Ipkiss discovers a magical mask infused with the spirit of the Norse god Loki. Donning it transforms him into an unrestrained, green-faced, cartoon-like wild man. While the mask grants him the confidence to woo a local singer, it also makes him the target of a ruthless mobster.
Chaotic Slapstick ComedyJim Carrey's Iconic PerformanceVisual Effects SpectacleBig Band Jazz EnergySurreal Cartoon LogicNostalgic 90s BlockbusterRomantic Fantasy AdventureHigh-Energy PhysicalityCampy & ExuberantManic Id Unleashed

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Questions about The Mask

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Mask legally?

The Mask is included with a subscription to Netflix, Peacock, TNT, and TBS in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Mask worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Mask rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Mask?

1 h 41 min

The Mask runs 1 h 41 min.

Is The Mask based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a comic.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Mask?

Critics71
Audiences71

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see The Mask much the same way.

Was The Mask a box office hit?

Budget$23 million
Box office$352 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $23 million to make and earned $352 million worldwide, 15.3 times its budget.

What language is The Mask in?

EnglishSwedish

It was made in English, with some Swedish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Mask?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Mask in 109 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Mask use?

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TV Tropes lists 328 storytelling tropes for The Mask, including You Said You Would Let Them Go, And Starring, Screw the Rules, I Have Supernatural Powers!.