Grumpy Old Men (1993) movie poster

Grumpy Old Men (1993)

"The best of enemies until something came between them."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 75%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 60% (RT: 67%, MC: 53) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 43m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (733 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
67%
Metacritic
53
Cast
Jack Lemmon as John Gustafson
Walter Matthau as Max Goldman
Ann-Margret as Ariel Truax
Burgess Meredith as Grandpa Gustafson
Daryl Hannah as Melanie
Kevin Pollak as Jacob Goldman
Ossie Davis as Chuck
Buck Henry as Snyder
Most people think so. 75% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 733 votes. Critics gave it 60%.
Overview
For decades, next-door neighbors and former friends John and Max have feuded, trading insults and wicked pranks. When an attractive widow moves in nearby, their bad blood erupts into a high-stakes rivalry full of naughty jokes and adolescent hijinks. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Jack Lemmon spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Grumpy Old Men is a 1993 comedy, romance film directed by Donald Petrie. For decades, next-door neighbors and former friends John and Max have feuded, trading insults and wicked pranks. When an attractive widow moves in nearby, their bad blood erupts into a high-stakes rivalry full of naughty jokes and adolescent hijinks.

The film has been rated by 733 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Grumpy Old Men delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Grumpy Old Men (1993) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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