The Truman Show

The Truman Show is a 1998 American comedy-drama film directed by Peter Weir, and written and co-produced by Andrew Niccol. It stars Jim Carrey as Truman Burbank, a man who is unaware that he is living on a colossal soundstage, and that his life is the subject of a reality television show. The film's supporting cast includes Laura Linney, Ed Harris, Noah Emmerich, Natascha McElhone, Holland Taylor, and Paul Giamatti. Niccol's original spec script was more of a science-fiction thriller, with the story set in New York City. Producer Scott Rudin purchased the script and set up production at Paramount Pictures. Brian De Palma was to direct before Weir signed on as director, making the film for $60 million—$20 million less than the original estimate. Niccol rewrote the script while the crew was waiting for Carrey to sign.

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