Where to Watch The Grinch in 2025: Netflix, Peacock & More

There’s a reason families keep asking the same question every December: where is The Grinch streaming this year? With three very different versions — the 2018 animated hit, Jim Carrey’s 2000 live-action classic, and the 1966 original — the answer changes depending on where you live and which platform you use, especially after Netflix quietly dropped the 2018 movie from its US library in late 2024.

Versions of The Grinch film: 3 ·
Streaming on Peacock (2018): Yes (US) ·
Streaming on Netflix (Ireland): Yes (2018) ·
Streaming on Disney+: No ·
Streaming on Amazon Prime (rent/buy): Yes ·
Freeform broadcast (select dates): Yes

Here is a summary of the key facts about each version.

Is The Grinch on Netflix or Disney?

If you’re wondering whether to open Netflix or Disney+, the answer depends on which version you want and where you live. The 2018 animated film — voiced by Benedict Cumberbatch, Pharrell Williams, and Rashida Jones (Entertainment.ie – Irish entertainment site) — is the only one currently available on Netflix, and only in certain regions.

The Grinch on Netflix: regional availability

• Netflix Ireland subscribers can stream the 2018 film right now (Netflix Ireland library).
• Netflix US removed the title in late 2024 (IMDb – film industry database).
• The 2000 Jim Carrey version has never been on Netflix in any region.

The Grinch on Disney+: not currently available

Despite being a beloved holiday title, none of the three Grinch films appear on Disney+ as of 2025 (Today.com – NBC News lifestyle). The streaming rights for the 2018 version are held by Universal/Illumination, not Disney.

Which platform has which version?

Three versions, three different distribution patterns. Here’s the full breakdown:

The pattern is clear: the 2018 film has the widest distribution, but only the 2000 and 1966 versions are universally available for rental. The trade-off: if you want the live-action or original, you’ll pay per view.

Did The Grinch get taken off Netflix?

Yes — but only in certain markets. The 2018 film quietly exited Netflix US in late 2024, though it remains on Netflix Ireland. Here’s what happened and why.

Netflix removal in the US and other markets

• IMDb reported that Netflix removed Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch from its US library without fanfare (IMDb – film industry database).
• Subscribers in Ireland can still access the title (Netflix Ireland official page).

Why The Grinch left Netflix

The license for the 2018 film — produced by Illumination (Universal) — was not renewed. Universal chose to move the title to its own streaming service, Peacock, as part of a broader content consolidation strategy.

Current Netflix status by region

• Ireland: streaming (2018 only)
• US: not available
• UK: not available (though can be rented via Amazon UK)
• Other regions: check local Netflix library

What this means: if you’re traveling or have a VPN, the Irish Netflix library is the only place to stream the 2018 version on Netflix.

Where is ‘The Grinch’ streaming in 2025? How to watch all 3 versions

The 2018 animated film is now a Peacock exclusive in the US, but there are still ways to watch all three versions without cable. We’ve listed every option below.

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018): Peacock and Freeform

• Peacock (subscription) — available now (Today.com)
• Freeform — airs on select December dates (check local schedule)
• Rent or buy on Amazon, Apple TV, Google Play, Vudu (starting at $3.99) (Student Beans)

How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000): rental and purchase only

• No subscription streaming service includes this version.
• Rent or buy on Amazon Prime, YouTube, Apple TV, Vudu, Google Play (starting at $3.99) (Student Beans).
• Occasionally airs on TBS or TNT around Christmas.

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (1966): limited streaming

• Not available on any major subscription service (JustWatch).
• Available on DVD and via digital purchase on Amazon, Apple, Google.

The pattern: each version follows a different distribution model, and no single subscription covers them all.

Is The Grinch on any streaming?

Short answer: yes — if you want the 2018 version and you’re in the US (Peacock) or Ireland (Netflix). For the other two versions, streaming options are limited to rental or purchase. Let’s break it down.

Streaming services that currently carry The Grinch

• Peacock (US): 2018 film only
• Netflix (Ireland): 2018 film only
• Freeform (US, broadcast): 2018 film on select dates
• Amazon Prime (rent/buy): all three versions
• Apple TV, Google Play, Vudu: all three versions

Free and ad-supported options

The only free option with an ad-supported tier is Freeform’s annual broadcast of the 2018 film. Peacock’s free tier does not include Peacock Originals or major movies — you’d need Peacock Premium ($5.99/month) to stream The Grinch.

Rental vs. subscription access

For US viewers, the cheapest way to watch the 2018 version is a Peacock subscription (or a free trial). For the 2000 and 1966 versions, the least expensive path is renting for $3.99 on your preferred platform.

The catch: no single subscription gives you all three versions. You’ll either need multiple services or pay per film.

Where can I watch The Grinch in Ireland?

Irish viewers have an edge: Netflix Ireland still streams the 2018 film. But local options also include Now TV and Amazon UK.

Netflix Ireland: Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch (2018)

Available now on Netflix Ireland — the only region outside the US where the 2018 film is available on a major SVOD.

Amazon Prime and Now TV options

• Amazon UK offers the 2018 film for rent or purchase.
• Now TV Ireland carries the 2018 version on demand (Sky Cinema pass required).

Other local streaming services

Sky Go and Sky Store also list the 2018 film (Entertainment.ie). As of 2025, no Irish service offers the 2000 or 1966 versions for streaming — only rental or purchase.

For Irish families, the clear winner is Netflix: no extra cost if you already subscribe. Everyone else will need to rent or buy.

Can I watch the 2000 live-action The Grinch on Netflix?

No — and it never has been available on Netflix in any region. The Jim Carrey version has always been a rental/purchase title, with occasional cable broadcasts.

2000 Grinch streaming status

The film is not part of any subscription service’s catalog as of 2025. Student Beans notes that in previous years it was available on Netflix closer to Christmas in December, but that was a temporary arrangement that hasn’t been repeated (Student Beans).

Where to find the Jim Carrey version

• Rent or buy: Amazon Prime, YouTube, Apple TV, Vudu, Google Play (starting at $3.99)
• Cable: TBS or TNT may air it during holiday marathons
• DVD/Blu-ray: widely available

Rental and purchase links

For US viewers, the most convenient option is Amazon Prime Video (rent $3.99, buy $14.99). For Irish viewers, Google Play and Apple TV offer similar pricing.

The implication: if you want to watch Jim Carrey’s Grinch without a cable subscription, you’ll spend at least $3.99 each time. It’s the most expensive version to access — but for many, it’s the most rewatchable.

The 2018 Grinch has found a new home on Peacock in the US, while Irish viewers still have it on Netflix. The 2000 and 1966 versions remain stubbornly subscription-free, forcing fans to rent or buy. For the price-conscious family in the US, the easiest path is Peacock’s free trial or a $5.99 monthly subscription — all three versions will cost you separately. For Irish families, Netflix is still the one-stop shop for the modern take, but the classics will cost extra.