Family Films Celebrating Grandparents

Description: A young boy, Walter, is sent to live with his eccentric great-uncles, Hub and Garth, who regale him with tales of their adventurous past, teaching him about life, family, and the importance of storytelling.

Fact: The film was shot on a ranch in Texas, which was actually owned by the film's director, Tim McCanlies.

Description: While not directly about grandparents, this film features Walter Mitty's mother, who plays a pivotal role in his life, encouraging him to embrace adventure and live out his daydreams.

Fact: The film was shot in Iceland, Greenland, and New York, showcasing some breathtaking landscapes.

Description: In this sequel, Mia Thermopolis, now Princess of Genovia, learns about her royal duties and the importance of family, especially from her grandmother, Queen Clarisse Renaldi, played by Julie Andrews.

Fact: Julie Andrews, who plays the grandmother, was actually nominated for a Golden Globe for her role in the first film.

Description: While not strictly about grandparents, the film features Benjamin Button, who ages in reverse, forming a unique bond with his daughter, Daisy, as they navigate life's stages together.

Fact: The film was inspired by a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Description: This film explores the complexities of family dynamics as two estranged siblings come together to care for their aging father, highlighting the challenges and unexpected joys of caregiving.

Fact: The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Laura Linney.

Description: A group of British retirees move to a retirement hotel in India, where they find new purpose and friendship, with one of the characters, Evelyn, forming a special bond with her granddaughter.

Fact: The film was so successful that it spawned a sequel, "The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel."

Description: Although not directly about grandparents, the film features an older Zero Moustafa recounting his adventures to a young writer, showcasing the importance of legacy and storytelling across generations.

Fact: The film won four Academy Awards, including Best Original Score.

Description: Robert De Niro stars as Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old widower who becomes an intern at a fashion startup, forming an unlikely but heartwarming bond with the company's young CEO, played by Anne Hathaway.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life program at a company called Vente-Privee, where seniors were brought in as interns.

Description: This animated masterpiece by Pixar delves into the vibrant world of Mexican traditions, where young Miguel embarks on a journey to the Land of the Dead to unlock the real story behind his family's history, with his great-great-grandmother at the heart of it all.

Fact: Coco was the first ever animated film to win an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "Remember Me."

Description: Set in post-World War II, this film tells the story of a writer who forms a bond with the residents of Guernsey, including an elderly man whose stories of the war and his family life captivate her.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, which became a bestseller.