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The Grandson

2022Movie1 h 55 min

70
GoodGoodWatch score

A moving, wholesome drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Story

Rudi, a polite and quiet office hand, shares a special bond with his elderly grandpa. When Grandpa falls victim to a uniquely heartless phone scam that breaks his spirit and his health, Rudi decides he’s not going to let the petty criminals get away with it. But in order to get close to them, he needs to step far out of his comfort zone and turn into a different person. With a band of grey-haired allies on his side, he might just get to the scammers before it’s too late…

Feels like

  • Heartwarming Crime Comedy
  • Intergenerational Bond
  • Underdog Revenge Plot
  • Social Commentary on Scams
  • Quiet Protagonist Transformation
  • Empathy and Justice
  • Gentle Humor
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Ordinary Heroes

Cast

Crew

Directed by
Kristóf Deák
Music by
Adam Balazs

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Facts

January 6, 2022 · 1 h 55 min · Strong Language

Released
January 6, 2022
Runtime
1 h 55 min
Content
Strong Language
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Original language
Hungarian
Made in
Hungary
Available in
16 countries

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Questions about The Grandson

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Grandson?

It streams in 7 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Grandson worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70 (IMDb 6.9).

Is The Grandson okay for kids?

Strong language

Yes: its content advisories are strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is The Grandson plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on pathos (8 of 10) and character depth (7 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Grandson in English?

Hungarian

No, it was made in Hungarian.