My Grandpa (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2003, My Grandpa is a comedy and drama film directed by Yōichi Higashi, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. Kenzo was behind bars for killing a gangster. Upon his release, he goes to live with his son, whose marriage is on the rocks. His 14-year-old granddaughter Tamako is ostracized when she discovers that her grandfather is a murderer. Kenzo soon helps defend Tamako from bullies at school. When Tamako stands up for herself, she comes to believe that she has inherited some of her grandfather’s great strength. Eventually, an associate of the man Kenzo killed comes looking for revenge, along with the dead man’s son.
Who’s in it. My Grandpa stars Bunta Sugawara as Godai Kenzo, Satomi Ishihara as Tamako, Tadanobu Asano as S. Nakatoh and Mitsuru Hirata as Keiichi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, My Grandpa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Grandpa page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Grandpa tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Grandpa (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Grandpa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Grandpa worth watching?
- My Grandpa holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Grandpa?
- My Grandpa stars Bunta Sugawara, Satomi Ishihara, Tadanobu Asano, Mitsuru Hirata and Yoshiko Miyazaki.
- When was My Grandpa released?
- My Grandpa was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.