(released internationally as Dirty Grandpa ) is a 2016 R-rated comedy that pairs Hollywood legend Robert De Niro with former teen idol Zac Efron in an unapologetically crude and high-energy adventure. Directed by Dan Mazer, the film centers on a straight-laced grandson and his foul-mouthed, hedonistic grandfather as they embark on a spring break trip to Florida. Plot Overview
The film's primary draw is the stark contrast between its two leads:
Stepping far away from his dramatic roots in The Godfather or Taxi Driver , De Niro portrays a vulgar, "scatenato" (unleashed) grandfather who is determined to party.
The film also features Zoey Deutch as Shadia, a love interest for Jason, and Aubrey Plaza as Lenore, a college student with a bizarre fixation on Dick.
While critics were often polarized by its extreme raunchiness, the film became a cult favorite for fans of unrated comedies and performed well at the box office, eventually becoming a staple on streaming platforms like Hulu and Rakuten TV .
Efron plays the "straight man," whose physical comedy and frustration provide the perfect foil for De Niro’s antics. Production and Reception
