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Grandma

2015·Movie
1h 18min·R
75
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Big heart, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace5
  • Tension3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Wholesome and moving

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Coming of Age8
  • Family Dynamics8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Cringe Humor4

World

Everyday modern life, growing up, and family

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and characters

  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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Self-described misanthrope Elle Reid has her protective bubble burst when her 18-year-old granddaughter, Sage, shows up needing help. The two of them go on a day-long journey that causes Elle to come to terms with her past and Sage to confront her future.
Road TripIntergenerationalFemale FriendshipLGBTQ+ ThemesFamily DramaComing-of-AgeCharacter-DrivenWitty DialogueIndependent Film

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Grandma legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Grandma worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 92%, and Metacritic 77). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Grandma rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Grandma?

1 h 18 min

Grandma runs 1 h 18 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Grandma?

Critics85
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate Grandma higher (85) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Grandma a box office hit?

Budget$600,000
Box office$7 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $600,000 to make and earned $7 million worldwide, 12.0 times its budget.

What language is Grandma in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Grandma?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Grandma in 102 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.