Grandma's Boy

About Grandma's Boy

'Grandma's Boy' is a 2006 American stoner comedy film directed by Nicholaus Goossen. The film revolves around a 35-year-old video game tester named Alex, who is forced to live with his grandmother and her two elderly roommates after he is evicted from his apartment.

Alex is a video game tester working on a new game that is supposed to be the next big hit. However, he struggles with the structure of his professional and personal life. After a series of unfortunate incidents, which include being evicted, he has to move into his grandmother's house, where he forms a unique bond with the elderly women. As he continues to work on the video game, he has to navigate these new life changes.

Making / Production

Produced by Adam Sandler's production company, Happy Madison Productions, Grandma's Boy initially began as an independent venture. However, after the script was purchased and revised, it transformed into a full-fledged studio project under the label 20th Century Fox.

Actors

• Allen Covert as Alex - Covert plays the lead, expertly capturing the struggles of an aging gamer immersed in a young person's industry.
• Peter Dante as Dante - Dante plays Alex's friend and co-worker, providing ample comic relief throughout the film.
• Doris Roberts as Grandma Lilly - Roberts stands out as the sassy yet nurturing grandmother who facilitates insurmountable growth in Alex's life.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The gaming company featured in the film is named "Brainasium,” a fictitious name seemingly created for comedic effect.
• The lion in the film was not fully sedated while filming the party scene.
• Many of the film's cast and crew are regulars in movies produced by Happy Madison Productions.

Quotes

• “I'm thinking about getting metal legs. It's a risky operation, but it'll be worth it.” - Dante
• “Your bed is a car. Yeah, but it's a sweet car!” - Alex
• “I didn't know you could get a DUI on a bike.” - Jeff

Music, Soundtrack

• "Another Day" by The Twenty Twos
• "Can't Kick the Habit" by Spin Doctors