Moviegoers, particularly those who grew up in the 90s, may remember Jim Carrey as the zany, over-the-top comedic actor most famous for making goofy faces, shouting one-liners, and being more animated than a cartoon character.

Yet, Carrey has shown impressive versatility when it comes to acting. He has convincingly tackled more dramatic roles; often with rather crazy premises behind them. Funny enough, these have largely turned out to be his best-rated films. Still, whether he's playing a masked maniac, a sleazy lawyer, or a schlubby Rhode Island fool, Carrey has mastered the art of making people laugh through his particularly wacky style of acting, first and foremost.

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Without further ado, let's check out the top 10 rated Jim Carrey films, according to IMDb.

Doing Time On Maple Drive (1992) (6.9)

Taking its place as the most unlikely and probably most unknown entry on the list, this made-for-TV-movie holds little significance other than acting as a cool little glance into the early career of Carrey.

Doing Time On Maple Drive is a subdued drama that follows a dysfunctional New England family, as a Yale student returns home from college and reunites with Tim, his alcoholic sibling (Carrey). The movie contains its moments of drama and intrigue as it plays with this unique family dynamic.

Still, the most interesting aspect is seeing a young Carrey in a serious role. Ironically, he'd largely come full circle to take on similarly dramatic roles, following several comedy films that launched him into superstardom.

Simon Birch (1998) (6.9)

This tearjerker mainly centers around Simon Birch; a child born to rough circumstances as his growth is stunted, making him the smallest birth in the history of the movie's setting of Gravestown.

We follow the hardships of Simon, as well as his good friend, Joe. The film is narrated by Jim Carrey, who portrays Joe as an adult. The film is a look into the importance of rich friendships, as well as a quest to overcome adversity, as both Simon and Joe must face up to the harsh realities of their lives.

The movie conveys an aura of optimism and majesty with its spiritual themes of "destiny," while tugging at your heartstrings with moments of tragedy. It's an emotional rollercoaster, guided and navigated by Carrey's terrific narration.

The Majestic (2001) (6.9)

The Majestic jim carrey

While this drama isn't quite at the level of Frank Darabont's most notable work, The Shawshank Redemption, it's nonetheless a unique and enduring period drama that features another great piece of serious acting by Carrey. In all fairness, the gold standard of Shawshank is a pretty tough one for any film to measure up to...

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The Majestic toys with a number of interesting plot devices; between its '50s-era Hollywood blacklisting setting and the prospect of mistaken identity, as well as losing one's identity through memory loss. It's an almost overwhelmingly lengthy film, and one that's rich with emotion and detail - but it's worth the investment.

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective (1994) (6.9)

Jim Carrey looking concerned in Ace Ventura

"Alrighty, then!" Now we're getting to the really fun films!

Along with a certain Farrelly Brothers movie from '94, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective stands as the comedic breakthrough for Jim Carrey and played a major role in propelling him to stardom.

Though its '95 sequel was hit-and-miss, this original classic is chock-full of zany comedic bits and a goofy premise. Jim Carrey plays an eccentric animal detective assigned to locate the missing dolphin mascot of the Miami Dolphins, leading to a naturally amusing series of unfolding events. The onslaught of comedy is mainly carried by Jim Carrey's memorable performance and goofy dialogue, who's at his comedic, overly-animated best here.

Liar Liar (1997) (6.9)

Jim Carrey in Liar Liar

What if you were incapable of lying for an entire day? Worse - what if your very career often depended on you to lie, or at least "stretch the truth," to be most effective?

Liar Liar takes this pretty absurd premise and makes it entertaining, thanks in no small part to the performance by Carrey, who is both believable and over-the-top bonkers. Liar Liar is truly peak Jim Carrey, as he bounces between his hilariously goofy faces, more nuanced zingers, and bits of more dramatic acting. The film is as much a weird and raunchier twist on the Cinderella fairy tale in a courtroom setting, as it is a silly comedy.

The Mask (1994) (6.9)

Given that Jim Carrey (or at least his style of acting) isn't far removed from a cartoon character anyway, he would seem to be a natural fit for the role of Stanley Ipkiss, a bank clerk-turned-maniacal-superhero. Indeed, it would seem as if the role was made for him specifically.

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Stanley is somewhat down on his luck when he comes across an ominous, ancient-looking mask. After putting it on, he transforms into an insane green-faced madman, who's more animated than the Tazmanian Devil. Hilarity ensues, along with some cool visual effects that actually aren't bad for 1994. The Mask is very "Warner Brothers cartoon" in its style, and while the content is pretty surface-level, it is fun to watch.

Dumb And Dumber (1994) (7.3)

Quite possibly one of the most quoted comedies of the '90s this side of Billy MadisonDumb and Dumber is still one of Carrey's funniest and best-known films, and for good reason. Even when compared to similar hits from the same year like The Mask, this Farrelly Brothers classic is on another level of situational humor and nuance when it comes to comedies.

The movie stars two dimwitted slackers, played by Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels - who does an equally terrific job playing Harry - as they embark on a road trip to Aspen. While the comedy gets a bit tempered near the end as the film gets lost in its own plot, Dumb and Dumber is mostly a bombardment of one hilarious, goofy scene after another.

Man On The Moon (1999) (7.4)

Jim Carey in front of a curtain in Man On The Moon

Following the interesting life of the similarly eccentric comedian Andy Kaufman, Man on the Moon really showcases the versatility of Carrey. His typically goofy antics are on point here and mesh well with Kaufman's quirky persona, but he also nails the more dramatic bits. He truly does the '80s comic/performance artist proud in this eerily accurate portrayal, all the way up to his tragic, untimely death.

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If you know of Kaufman's event-filled life and his knack for messing with people, you know there's no shortage of entertaining material to cover. Man on the Moon does it all quite well, from his weird debut SNL performance to his tangent into wrestling.

The Truman Show (1998) (8.1)

Jim Carrey in The Truman Show

By now, it should be apparent that Jim Carrey is no stranger to playing protagonists dropped in unusual circumstances. In the case of The Truman Show, the film plays with the mind-bending, thought-provoking concept of living in a TV simulation, inspired by a Twilight Zone episode called "Special Service." Let's be honest - many of us have likely at least casually thought of this after seeing some particularly strange things in life.

The premise of this film - living in a reality TV show - is a fun one to get lost in, and Carrey's convincing performance allows you to make this leap more easily. It certainly fits with the context of the era, given the rapidly rising popularity of reality shows in the late '90s. It also stands as a pretty valid commentary on society even now.

Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind (2004) (8.3)

Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

While romance films can tend to succumb to cliches, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind excels in its unique premise, while blending some comedy, drama, and a dash of surrealist science fiction.

The film follows Joel and Clementine, a failed couple who have the memories of their relationship erased. This makes for a distinct dynamic that's both an interesting love story and an examination of human consciousness, as Joel seeks to hang on to some of their memories and cope with this new reality. Kate Winslet's performance as Clementine is as rich and versatile as her various hair colors, and Jim Carrey thrives in his dramatic role as Joel.

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