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Grandma (2004): cast, story & where to watch

2004 · Film · ★ 6.2

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Released in 2004, Grandma is a drama film directed by Lidiya Bobrova, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. An old Russian grandmother or "babushka", who took part in the Battle of Stalingrad, sacrificed everything for her children and even sold her house to get money for her grandchildren, is shuttled among those very grandchildren--products of the "new" Russia--none of whom want her to stay with them since she's too much of a "burden" for them.

Who’s in it. Grandma stars Nina Shubina as Grandma, Olga Onishchenko as Liza, Anna Ovsyannikova as Anna and Vladimir Kulakow as Viktor, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Grandma 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 Grandma page.

If you liked it. Fans of Grandma tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Grandma (2004)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Grandma change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Grandma worth watching?
Grandma holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Grandma?
Grandma stars Nina Shubina, Olga Onishchenko, Anna Ovsyannikova, Vladimir Kulakow and Sergey Anufriev.
When was Grandma released?
Grandma was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.