Seuss' The Grinch Musical!.

And a lot of viewersfeltthat Morrisonabsolutely nailedthe Grinch’s iconic cranky yet comedic demeanor.

In an interview withEntertainment Weekly, Morrison explained that he based his character on a rather unlikely source.

Matthew Morrison smiling

I really felt like that was how the Grinch would dance."

Something else that Phoenix’s Joker and Morrison’s Grinch had in common?

Well, it’s pretty safe to say neither put certain audience members into the holiday spirit.

Matthew Morrison as the Grinch

Seuss' The Grinch Musical!, they didn’t appear to straight-up hate it, either.

Rather, critics and social media users alike seemed to just feel pretty confused.

I needed to know im not the only one who feels physically uncomfortable with what’s happening.

It’s a no for me!"

For his part, Morrison laughed off the hate in a simpletweet.