Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa

2013

"Chaos has never looked so hilarious and outrageous"

Also known as: 🇬🇧 EN: Bad Grandpa^? 🇪🇸 ES: Jackass - Abuelo Sinverwenza^? 🇮🇹 IT: Jackass - Nonno cattivo^? 🇰🇷 KO: 잭애스: 배드 그랜파^? 🇷🇴 RO: Jackass prezintă: Un bunic nebun All international titles (12) →

Comedy 92 min 6.5/10

Synopsis

Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa is a movie released in 2013.

Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa is a comedy film that combines the outrageous pranks characteristic of the Jackass franchise with a narrative structure. The movie follows an elderly man, Irving Zisman, played by Johnny Knoxville, as he embarks on an unexpected road trip with his young grandson. This setup allows for a series of comedic encounters and situations that feel spontaneous and often absurd, showcasing the filmmakers' signature blend of humor. The atmosphere of the film balances crass comedy with heartfelt moments, as the relationship between Irving and his grandson evolves throughout their journey. The film employs a mix of scripted and unscripted elements, allowing real-life reactions to interact with the planned gags. Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa offers a unique lens on the generational gap, exploring themes of family dynamics and the unexpected bonds that can form through shared experiences. The film stands out for its engaging premise, which invites audiences to laugh while also reflecting on the nature of companionship.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	3/5
Sexual Content	3/5
Language	4/5
Drugs / Alcohol	2/5
Frightening Elements	1/5

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Violence

The film features pranks that involve physical humor, including slapstick style violence. Although the violence is typically exaggerated and comedic, it may be inappropriate for younger viewers.

Sexual Content

There are instances of sexual humor and situations that may not be suitable for all audiences, including suggestive themes and nudity.

Language

The film contains frequent use of strong language, including profanities, which may be offensive to some viewers.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are scenes depicting the use of alcohol and references to drug use, though they are presented in a comedic context.

Frightening Elements

There are minimal frightening elements, primarily related to the outrageous pranks and situations that may surprise viewers.

Summary for parents:

Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa features a variety of pranks and scenarios that include physical comedy and crude humor. Parents should be aware of the strong language, sexual content, and comedic depictions of violence. The film may be more suitable for older teens who can understand the comedic intent behind the pranks.

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Box Office

Budget: $15,000,000

Revenue: $151,831,537

Profit $136,831,537

ROI +912.2% (10.1x)

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Cast of Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa

Johnny Knoxville

Irving Zisman

Jackson Nicoll

Billy Zisman-Muskie

Georgina Cates

Kimmie Zisman

Catherine Keener

Ellie Zisman

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Keywords

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Production Companies

Paramount Pictures

MTV Films

Trivia & Fun Facts about Jackass Presents: Bad Grandpa

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• The film was shot in various locations across the United States, including New York City and North Carolina, capturing a wide range of American landscapes and urban environments.

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• In one scene, a real-life funeral home was used as a location, and the filmmakers were granted special access to film there, which added an authentic touch to the comedy.

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• Johnny Knoxville, who plays Irving Zisman, wore prosthetic makeup to transform into the elderly character, which took several hours to apply for each shoot day.

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• The character of Irving Zisman was first introduced in the 'Jackass' series, making this film a continuation of his outrageous antics and adventures.

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• During one of the film's scenes, the use of a hidden camera captures genuine reactions from unsuspecting bystanders, a signature element of the 'Jackass' franchise.

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• One of the film's more memorable stunts involves Irving and Billy engaging in a mock striptease, which plays with societal expectations of age and propriety.

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• There is a brief moment where a character exclaims a phrase similar to 'This is my grandpa,' which mirrors a recurring joke in other 'Jackass' films, creating a sense of continuity.

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