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The Truman Show (1998)

Truman Burbank

Film guide, starting point, and performer.

Truman Burbank in The Truman Show (1998), played by Jim Carrey.

Film guide · 1 film · 1998 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Truman Burbank on screen

One focused screen portrayal, with the performer and movie linked directly below.

Film guide · 1 film · 1998Main sequence runtime: 1h 43m
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    1998 · 1h 43m

    Portrayed by Jim Carrey · screen performance

    Jim Carrey's portrayal of Truman Burbank in The Truman Show gives viewers a spoiler-free way to understand this screen version of the character.

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    MoviHero score92/100MUST WATCH

THE PERFORMANCE

Who plays Truman Burbank?

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Jim Carrey plays Truman Burbank in The Truman Show.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Truman Burbank screen credits

Screen credits: The Truman Show (1998) — Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank.

WHO TO EXPLORE NEXT

Characters connected on screen

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