The Truman Show is a 1998 American science fiction comedy-drama film directed by Peter Weir and starring Jim Carrey, Laura Linney, and Ed Harris. The film follows the life of Truman Burbank, a man who unknowingly lives his entire life as the star of a reality television show. Laura Linney delivers a captivating performance as Meryl Burbank, Truman's wife, who is torn between her loyalty to the show and her growing love for Truman. The Truman Show is a thought-provoking film that explores themes of identity, free will, and the power of media. It received critical acclaim and was nominated for numerous awards, including three Academy Awards.