15 Movies Like Grandpa Is Dead
Loved Grandpa Is Dead? Based on its unique Cinema DNA—including its pacing, themes, and emotional tone—we've curated the ultimate list of what you should watch next.
Ice Age
Manny the mammoth, Sid the loquacious sloth, and Diego the sabre-toothed tiger go on a comical quest to return a human baby back to his father, across a world on the brink of an ice age.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
The Addams Family
When a man claiming to be long-lost Uncle Fester reappears after 25 years lost, the family plans a celebration to wake the dead. But the kids barely have time to warm up the electric chair before Morticia begins to suspect Fester is fraud when he can't recall any of the details of Fester's life.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
18th Rose
A spirited teen dreaming of the perfect debut makes a deal with a lonely newcomer, but unexpected feelings and revelations may shatter their plans.
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Grandpa Is Dead.
Addams Family Values
Siblings Wednesday and Pugsley Addams will stop at nothing to get rid of Pubert, the new baby boy adored by parents Gomez and Morticia. Things go from bad to worse when the new "black widow" nanny, Debbie Jellinsky, launches her plan to add Fester to her collection of dead husbands.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
The Book of Life
The journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Before choosing which path to follow, he embarks on an incredible adventure that spans fantastical worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
Dirty Grandpa
Jason Kelly is one week away from marrying his boss's uber-controlling daughter, putting him on the fast track for a partnership at the law firm. However, when the straight-laced Jason is tricked into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather, Dick, to Daytona for spring break, his pending nuptials are suddenly in jeopardy. Between riotous frat parties, bar fights, and an epic night of karaoke, Dick is on a quest to live his life to the fullest and bring Jason along for the ride.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
ParaNorman
In the town of Blithe Hollow, Norman Babcock can speak to the dead, but no one other than his eccentric new friend believes his ability is real. One day, Norman's eccentric uncle tells him of a ritual he must perform to protect the town from a curse cast by a witch centuries ago.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
Barnyard
Otis is a mischievous, carefree Holstein cow who lives on a farm where, unbeknownst to humans, the animals are anthropomorphic. He prefers having fun with his best friends: Pip the mouse, Freddy the ferret, Peck the rooster, and Pig the pig - rather than following strict rules and accepting responsibility. This annoys his stern adoptive father Ben, the leader of the farm's community. One evening, Otis convinces Ben to cover his night watch so he can attend a massive party in the barn and impress Daisy, a pregnant cow who recently arrived at the farm with her best friend Bessy as a newcomer. As the animals party, Dag the coyote and his pack attempt to raid the chicken coop. Ben fends them off alone but is fatally wounded and killed. Otis must now learn the value of responsibility when he becomes the leader of his farm home's community.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
Death at a Funeral
Aaron's father's funeral is today at the family home, and everything goes wrong: the funeral home delivers the wrong body, his cousin accidentally drugs her fiancé, and Aaron's successful younger brother, Ryan, flies in from New York, broke but arrogant. To top it all off, a mysterious stranger wants a word with Aaron.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
Joe's College Road Trip
To teach his sheltered grandson about the real world, Madea's foul-mouthed brother Joe takes the college-bound teen on a raucous cross-country road trip.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
Grandma's Boy
Even though he's 35, Alex acts more like he's 13, spending his days as the world's oldest video game tester and his evenings developing the next big Xbox game. But when he gets kicked out of his apartment, he's forced to move in with his grandmother.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
How to Be a Latin Lover
An aging Latin lover gets dumped by his sugar mama and must fend for himself in a harsh world.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
My Girl 2
Vada Sultenfuss has a holiday coming up, and an assignment: to do an essay on someone she admires and has never met. She decides she wants to do an assignment on her mother, but quickly realises she knows very little about her. She manages to get her father to agree to let her go to LA to stay with her Uncle Phil and do some research on her mother.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.
5 in 1
A rich man leaves all his wealth to his most loved ex. But at his wake, five exes pay their respects by sharing their wild and naughty moments. Who among them will be his heir?
💡Why it's a match: A fantastic follow-up watch to Grandpa Is Dead.
The Simpsons: O C'mon All Ye Faithful
The residents of Springfield search for Christmas cheer.
💡Why it's a match: A highly-rated genre match based on the viewing habits of people who liked Grandpa Is Dead.