Jim Carrey stars as Ace Ventura, a wacky pet detective hired to find the Miami Dolphins’ missing mascot, with Courteney Cox as reporter Melissa Robinson and Sean Young as Lieutenant Lois Einhorn. The film is a 1994 comedy classic.
Main cast
- Ace VenturaJim CarreyMain
- Melissa RobinsonCourteney CoxMain
- Lt. Lois EinhornSean YoungMain
Supporting cast
- EmilioTone LocSupp
- WoodyNoble WillinghamSupp
- Roger PodacterTroy EvansSupp
- Vincent ‘Vinnie’ LudlowRaynor ScheineSupp
- Mr. FinkleBill ZuckertSupp
Guest & voice
- Dan MarinoDan MarinoGuest
- Ronald CampUdo KierGuest
- Mr. ShickadanceRandy MulkeyGuest
- Dash RiprockDon ShulaGuest
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About this cast
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective is a 1994 American comedy film directed by Tom Shadyac and starring Jim Carrey in the title role. The story follows Ace Ventura, an eccentric pet detective, who is hired to locate the missing dolphin mascot of the Miami Dolphins football team, leading to a zany investigation full of slapstick humor and memorable one-liners.
FAQs
Who plays Ace Ventura in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective?
Jim Carrey plays the title role of Ace Ventura, the eccentric pet detective.
Who plays Melissa Robinson in Ace Ventura: Pet Detective?
Courteney Cox portrays Melissa Robinson, the news reporter who assists Ace Ventura.
Is Ace Ventura: Pet Detective based on a true story?
No, the film is entirely fictional, though it parodies detective genres and the Miami Dolphins football team.
Who is the director of Ace Ventura: Pet Detective?
Tom Shadyac directed the film, marking his feature directorial debut.
What is the famous line from Ace Ventura: Pet Detective?
Ace Ventura’s catchphrase ‘Allllrighty then!’ is widely recognised, as well as ‘Like a glove!’ when he parks his car.
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