Bad Grandpa Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

An old dude whose wife just kicked the bucket drags his grandson across the country, causing mayhem and traumatizing unsuspecting Americans, all while a dead body is chilling in the trunk.

🍿 Bad Grandpa: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Irving’s Unexpected Road Trip

The film begins with Irving Zisman celebrating the death of his wife, only to be saddled with his grandson Billy when his daughter is incarcerated. Forced to transport Billy across the country to his deadbeat father, Irving reluctantly embarks on a road trip filled with outrageous encounters and hidden-camera pranks.

Cross-Country Chaos and Pranks

As Irving and Billy travel from Nebraska to North Carolina, they find themselves in a series of absurd situations. These include crashing a wedding reception, disrupting a bingo game, and attempting to mail Billy via UPS. Each stop provides opportunities for interaction with unsuspecting people, generating comedic reactions and furthering their unlikely bond.

Developing a Grandfather-Grandson Bond

Amidst the chaos, Irving and Billy’s relationship evolves. Initially resistant to the responsibility, Irving begins to care for Billy, guiding him through various misadventures. This bond is tested as they confront Billy’s irresponsible father, leading to a decision that redefines their journey.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Irving Zisman (Johnny Knoxville): An 86-year-old lecherous and irresponsible grandfather tasked with driving his grandson across the country.
• Billy (Jackson Nicoll): Irving’s impressionable and mischievous eight-year-old grandson, who finds himself in outrageous situations.
• Kimmie (Georgina Cates): Billy’s drug-addicted mother who leaves him in Irving’s care due to her legal troubles.
• Chuck (Gregorio): Billy’s deadbeat father, only interested in receiving child support money.
• Ellie (Catherine Keener): Irving’s deceased wife, whose corpse accompanies Irving and Billy on their road trip.
• Gloria (Spike Jonze): The makeup artist that transforms Johnny Knoxville to Irving Zisman

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Irving: “We’re free!” – Said by Irving upon learning of his wife’s death, expressing his newfound liberation.
• Billy: “What’s your stripper’s stage name? I’ll just call you Cinnamon.” – Billy says this to a bookstore clerk in a humorous interaction.
• Irving: “Leroy’s gonna get some play tonight.” – Irving says this to his penis. Expressing his desire for intimate interactions now that he is freed from his recently passed wife.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $15,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $102,003,019
• Worldwide Gross: $151,826,547

💥 Bad Grandpa Reviews

Personal Review

I went into this movie expecting low-brow humor, and boy, did I get it! But honestly, I laughed harder than I have in ages. The beauty pageant scene alone is worth the price of admission; I was crying with laughter. It’s definitely not for everyone, but if you’re in the mood for some outrageous and silly fun, this movie delivers. Knoxville’s commitment to the character is amazing, and the kid is a natural. I found myself surprisingly touched by their oddball bond.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of the Jackass franchise”
  • “Viewers who enjoy crude and irreverent humor”
  • “Those looking for a laugh-out-loud comedy with hidden camera pranks”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Strong language”
  • “Suggestive content”
  • “Brief nudity”

Professional Reviews

• Indiewire: “‘Bad Grandpa’ is an excellent way to get the two main characters on the move and exchanging witty dialogue and get in a lot of awkward scrapes. Johnny Knoxville’s performance as Irving is the same shtick from the other movies, it is both funny and REALLY funny, but when he has to act, HE REALLY ACTS!
• Brian Taylor: “Unlike the previous movies/ TV show, ‘Bad Grandpa’ is a different approach, but provides just as many laughs. It is easy to be like how I was before I actually watched these guys in action and judge them as idiots. In the end they may be idiots, but they will make you laugh, and at times cry.
• Jordanandeddie.wordpress.com: “Despite all its low brow humor and childish gags Bad Grandpa is by far one of the funniest and seriously ingenious comedies of the year and when watched with the right mindset will be a thoroughly enjoyable 90 minutes at the movies.

Audience Reactions

The beauty pageant scene was unforgettable, pushing the limits of comedy with its shocking and hilarious performance.: Viewers consistently praised the film’s outrageous humor and Johnny Knoxville’s dedication to the character of Irving Zisman.

Many found the dynamic between Irving and Billy surprisingly heartwarming, adding an unexpected layer of depth to the film.: The film’s blend of crude humor and heartwarming moments resonated with audiences.

Overall Consensus: While the film’s humor is not for everyone, ‘Bad Grandpa’ is widely regarded as a hilarious and outrageous comedy that pushes the boundaries of taste. The film’s crude jokes made many people enjoy the fun and laugh the entire movie.

Awards

1. Academy Award (Best Makeup and Hairstyling)- 2014

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The film utilizes a blend of scripted scenarios and hidden camera footage to capture genuine reactions from the public.”
• “Johnny Knoxville spent hours in makeup to transform into the character of Irving Zisman, with the makeup team aiming for a realistic and convincing old-age transformation.”
• “Many of the supporting characters were unaware they were part of a movie, adding an element of spontaneity and surprise to their interactions.”
• “The beauty pageant scene was filmed at a real pageant, with the other contestants and their parents being unaware of the planned disruption.”

🖥️ How to Watch Bad Grandpa?

Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa is available for streaming on platforms like Paramount+ and can be rented or purchased on demand from services such as Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and Vudu. Check local listings for potential television airings. Physical copies on DVD and Blu-ray are also widely available.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Bad Grandpa, you might like these similar films:

• Borat (2006): Both films employ a mockumentary style with hidden camera pranks to generate humor from real-life interactions.
• Little Miss Sunshine (2006): Shares the theme of an unconventional family road trip culminating in a disruptive beauty pageant performance.
• Jackass: The Movie (2002): As another movie of the Jackass franchise, it continues the style of absurd pranks and stunts.

🛒 Bad Grandpa Related Products

• Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa – Unrated: Extended Unrated Version: More outrageous and uncensored moments that didn’t make it to the theatrical release
• Bad Grandpa – Movie Poster: A high-quality print of the iconic ‘Bad Grandpa’ movie poster for fans to display and enjoy.
• Johnny Knoxville Signed Autographed Photo: A signed photo of Johnny Knoxville. Limited-edition signed memorabilia is a great way to show your love for the movie.
• Jackass: The Movie: Another movie with Johnny Knoxville as a character performing stunts.

🎧 Soundtrack

Bad Grandpa features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Just a Gigolo/I Ain’t Got Nobody” – performed by David Lee Roth

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

Bad Grandpa pageant scene full (HD)

One of the most memorable scenes from this hilarious movie! Grandpa goes undercover in a pageant for little girls and brings the laughs.

Bad Grandpa “Hot Tub Deleted scene”

This deleted scene shows us what could’ve been in the movie! Watch and find out what else Grandpa and Billy got up to.

Bad Grandpa .5 – Penguin Guy Outtake

Curious about how they filmed the penguin scene? Check out these hilarious outtakes and see the cast having some fun.

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