Dirty Grandpa

The 2016 American comedy film directed by Dan Mazer follows Jason Kelly (Zac Efron), a young corporate lawyer from Atlanta engaged to his controlling fiancée Meredith (Julianne Hough) and set to join his father's (Dermot Mulroney) law firm. After his grandmother's death, Jason agrees to drive his grandfather, retired Army Colonel Richard "Dick" Kelly (Robert De Niro), to Boca Raton, Florida. However, the trip takes an unexpected turn when Dick, eager to embrace life after years of marriage, convinces Jason to detour to Daytona Beach for spring break. There, they encounter a group of college students, including the spirited Lenore (Aubrey Plaza), who is interested in Dick, and Shadia (Zoey Deutch), Jason's former classmate. As the journey unfolds, Jason begins to question his life choices, while Dick helps him open up and discover what he truly wants. The film explores themes of family bonds, self-discovery, and the pursuit of freedom, blending humor with heartfelt moments.