‘Dumb and Dumber’ With Bill Simmons and Jennifer Lawrence
June 9, 2023 · Dumb and Dumber (1994) · Comedy · 1:04:48
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Casting What-Ifs
Bill SimmonsMentions there are casting what-ifs where they tried to shove different people into roles, but doesn't specify alternatives▶ 9:51
Most Rewatchable Scene
Bill SimmonsWhen they realize what's in the suitcase, leading into the Snow Owl benefit sequence - about 20 minutes of content starting when they discover the money▶ 22:41
Jennifer LawrenceThe limo scene on the way to the airport with Mary Swanson, including the 'I got worms' exchange and Lloyd's awkward hug▶ 21:19
Den of Thieves Benihana Award
Jennifer LawrenceDiscussed the aerial road trip shot (similar to Ace Ventura) and the hotel scene in Aspen with the sense of relief when they're finally warm and fed▶ 27:49
Butch's Girlfriend Award
Bill SimmonsThe confusing kidnapping plot, specifically Mary Swanson's character being attracted to Harry while supposedly mourning her missing kidnapped husband▶ 28:37
Jennifer LawrenceThe kidnapping plot - finds it very confusing, especially the logic of Mary dating while married and the poorly planned airport briefcase drop▶ 29:12
Is There a Better Title?
Bill SimmonsSuggests 'Who do you think was dumber?' or 'I think the dumbest' as potential titles▶ 33:31
Best Quote
Bill SimmonsIdentified three main quotes that entered pop culture: 'So you're telling me there's a chance', 'Just when I think you couldn't be possibly any dumber, you do something like this and totally redeem yourself', and 'Our pet's heads are falling off'▶ 33:40
Dion Waiters Award
Bill SimmonsMike Starr — The bad guy who dies from eating the peppers - only in like four scenes▶ 40:17
Jennifer LawrenceTerry Gardner — Terry Gardner as the drunk aunt trying to set up Mary and Harry▶ 40:30
Half-Assed Internet Research
Bill SimmonsJim Carrey refused to shoot alternate ending with Hawaiian Tropic girls; Clint Eastwood told Jeff Daniels he liked the movie and the bathroom scene happened to him; Big gulps scene was improvised with non-actors; Lloyd's watch says 'Casino Alarm Chronograph' (fake Casio brand)▶ 51:05
Apex Mountain
Bill SimmonsJim Carrey — Yes for Jim Carrey (after three movies in a row), Yes for Keanu Reeves (Speed and this movie same year), No for Farrelly Brothers (There's Something About Mary was their apex), No for Aspen▶ 52:26
Probably Unanswerable Questions
Bill SimmonsThree questions: 1) Is spilling salt really bad luck? 2) Do snow owls really need protection? 3) How much money was in the suitcase? (estimates $500,000 based on their spending)▶ 55:33
Jennifer LawrenceAgrees the suitcase contained around $500,000, discusses the weight of money and poor suitcase lock quality▶ 56:49
Who Won the Movie
Jennifer LawrenceJeff Daniels — Jeff Daniels - chose him over Jim Carrey because he appreciates the understated straight man performance▶ 1:00:40
Movies Referenced (25)
| Title (year) | Links | Mentions | Mentioned by | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twilight (2008) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 14 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | ▶ 35:10 |
| Winter's Bone (2010) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 4 | Jennifer Lawrence, Bill Simmons | ▶ 23:42 |
| This Is the End (2013) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 3 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 5:58 |
| Casino (1995) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 51:57 |
| Fargo (1996) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 15:01 |
| Fifty Shades of Grey (2015) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Jennifer Lawrence | ▶ 37:54 |
| Liar Liar (1997) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 11:40 |
| Moon (2009) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Jennifer Lawrence | ▶ 33:10 |
| Neighbors (2014) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 5:58 |
| Phone Booth (2002) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 24:15 |
| Road Trip (2000) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Jennifer Lawrence | ▶ 10:27 |
| The Cable Guy (1996) | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 8:43 |
Directors Referenced (4)
| Name | Links | Mentions | Mentioned by | Known For | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clint Eastwood | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 4 | Bill Simmons | Million Dollar Baby, Gran Torino, Unforgiven | ▶ 4:34 |
| John Colorado | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | Hancock | ▶ 30:23 |
| John Hughes | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | Planes, Trains & Automobiles, Uncle Buck, The Breakfast Club | ▶ 10:15 |
| Paul Bellany | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 1 | Bill Simmons | Stardust | ▶ 0:00 |
Actors Referenced (38)
| Name | Links | Mentions | Mentioned by | Known For | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jim Carrey | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 27 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, Bruce Almighty, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind | ▶ 2:16 |
| Jeff Daniels | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 12 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | The Squid and the Whale | ▶ 9:16 |
| Lauren Holly | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 4 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | Dumb and Dumber | ▶ 12:25 |
| Chevy Chase | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 3 | Jennifer Lawrence, Bill Simmons | Memoirs of an Invisible Man, Caddyshack, National Lampoon's Vacation | ▶ 39:06 |
| John Cusack | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 3 | Bill Simmons | High Fidelity, 1408 | ▶ 39:36 |
| Amy Schumer | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | I Feel Pretty | ▶ 41:12 |
| Cam Neely | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | Dumb and Dumber, Stuck on You | ▶ 17:47 |
| Chris Farley | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | Tommy Boy | ▶ 5:18 |
| Crash Test Dummies | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | The Spy Who Dumped Me, Dumb and Dumber | ▶ 25:34 |
| Danny Trejo | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons | Machete, From Dusk Till Dawn, Predators | ▶ 54:49 |
| Tim Robbins | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 2 | Bill Simmons, Jennifer Lawrence | Mystic River, The Player, Howard the Duck | ▶ 40:57 |
| Adam and the Ants | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 1 | Bill Simmons | Ant-Man, Hot Fuzz | ▶ 25:44 |
Writers Referenced (2)
| Name | Links | Mentions | Mentioned by | Known For | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Judd Apatow | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 1 | Jennifer Lawrence | The King of Staten Island, Knocked Up | ▶ 5:39 |
| Roger Ebert | IMDb ↗Lb ↗ | 1 | Bill Simmons | ▶ 11:46 |