The War With Grandpa - Doctor

Released: 2024

The War with Grandpa is a 2020 American family comedy film directed by Tim Hill, based on the novel of the same name by Robert Kimmel Smith. The movie stars Robert De Niro as Ed Marino, a recently widowed man who moves in with his daughter’s family. His grandson, Peter (played by Oakes Fegley), is less than thrilled about giving up his room for his grandfather. What follows is an epic prank war between Peter and Ed, with hilarious consequences.

Here’s a brief summary of the plot:

Ed Marino, after accidentally stealing from a grocery store, is convinced by his daughter Sally to move in with her family. Peter reluctantly gives up his room for his grandfather.
Peter, unhappy about the arrangement, decides to declare war on Ed. The rules of engagement are set: no damaging belongings, and no revealing the war to the family.
The pranks escalate, including swapping shaving cream with quick-drying foam and damaging Ed’s record player.
The film explores family dynamics, love, and the bond between generations.
Originally filmed in May 2017, the movie’s release was delayed due to changes in photography and the closure of The Weinstein Company, the original distributor. It eventually hit theaters in the United States on October 9, 2020.