Ace Ventura 3 Returns (2025) marks the long-awaited comeback of the eccentric and hilarious pet detective, Ace Ventura, portrayed once again by Jim Carrey. After years of living off the grid in a remote wildlife sanctuary, Ace is reluctantly pulled back into action when a mysterious global smuggling ring begins abducting endangered animals from sanctuaries around the world. When a beloved panda cub goes missing from a high-profile nature reserve, international authorities find themselves at a loss, leaving only one man crazy enough to crack the case.
Ace’s return to the urban jungle is anything but smooth. His over-the-top antics, bizarre disguises, and unpredictable methods clash with a modern world obsessed with rules and technology. Despite constant ridicule from the authorities, Ace’s unmatched instincts and deep empathy for animals quickly prove invaluable. He is joined by his reluctant new partner, a no-nonsense cyber-crimes officer named Jessica Tran, whose analytical mind initially finds Ace’s methods ridiculous, yet slowly begins to appreciate his brilliance beneath the madness.
As the investigation deepens, Ace and Jessica uncover a massive conspiracy involving a corrupt international wildlife corporation that is using advanced technology to mask their illegal activities. From infiltrating a luxury yacht gala disguised as a deranged billionaire, to causing chaos at an underground exotic animal auction, Ace’s unpredictable methods lead them closer to the truth, though not without a trail of absurd disasters along the way.
Throughout their globe-trotting adventure, Ace’s bizarre yet insightful connection with animals plays a crucial role in unraveling the smugglers’ plans. In one of the film’s most iconic scenes, Ace leads a daring rescue mission inside a high-tech facility, relying on a stampede of rescued animals to create a perfect distraction. Meanwhile, his bond with Jessica grows as she learns to embrace the chaos and unorthodox brilliance of her partner.
The final showdown takes place in a sprawling jungle reserve where Ace and Jessica face off against the smugglers’ heavily armed forces. With quick thinking, wild improvisation, and the help of his furry friends, Ace orchestrates a hilariously chaotic takedown of the operation. In the end, Ace is offered a prestigious position as an international animal rights ambassador, but true to his nature, he opts to return to his peaceful life among the animals, leaving the world with one final, outrageous exit.
Ace Ventura 3 Returns brings back the wild energy, slapstick comedy, and heartfelt animal advocacy that made the series beloved, while introducing a fresh dynamic for a new generation.
