Jeff Daniels' agents feared Jim Carrey might overshadow him, but why?

Jeff Daniels' agents feared Jim Carrey might overshadow him, but why? Jeff Daniels has opened up about working with Jim Carrey on Dumb and Dumber. 9 May 2026 Jeff Daniels' agents feared he would be overshadowed by Jim Carrey in Dumb and Dumber. Jeff Daniels starred alongside Jim Carrey in the movie The 71-year-old actor starred alongside Jim, 64, in Dumb and Dumber, the 1994 comedy movie - but Jeff's agents were initially reluctant for him to commit to the role, fearing he might be overshadowed by his co-star.