Grandpa's Great Escape
Synopsis
Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace, but sadly he is now suffering from Alzheimer's disease. When his family can no longer look after him, he is moved to Twilight Towers, an old people's home. It soon becomes clear that Miss Dandy is running Twilight Towers for her own ulterior motives, and it is up to Grandpa and grandson Jack to make a daring escape. Failure could have the direst of consequences, but success will give Grandpa a final chance to relive his past and take to the sky once again in his beloved Spitfire.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2017-12-21
Top Cast
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Tom Courtenay
Grandpa
David Walliams
Barry
Kit Connor
Jack
Samantha Spiro
Patricia
Jennifer Saunders
Miss Dandy
Harish Patel
Raj
Michele Dotrice
Miss Trifle
Rafe Spall
Adult Jack (voice)
Alice Nokes
Shelley
Frankie Fox
Dazza
Ricky Champ
Gravedigger Butch
Samson Kayo
Gravedigger Vince
Katy Brand
Miss Verity
Ralph Riach
Mr. Willkins
Ed Kear
Security Guard
Ruth McGhie
Mrs. Ray
Nina Barnett
Julie
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 12, 2018
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elliot Hegarty
- Screenplay & Story
- David Walliams, Kevin Cecil
- Original Score
- Anne Dudley
- Original Title
- Grandpa's Great Escape
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- BBC Film, King Bert Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elliot Hegarty
David Walliams, Kevin Cecil
Anne Dudley
Richard Mott
Peter Oliver
Department Leadership Roster
David Walliams
Writer
Elliot Hegarty
Director
Iain McDonald
Production Design
Peter Oliver
Editor
Tim Zaccheo
Visual Effects Supervisor
Richard Mott
Director of Photography
Anne Dudley
Original Music Composer
Kevin Cecil
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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What is Grandpa's Great Escape about?
Many years ago, Grandpa was a World War II flying ace, but sadly he is now suffering from Alzheimer's disease. When his family can no longer look after him, he is moved to Twilight Towers, an old people's home. It soon becomes clear that Miss Dandy is running Twilight Towers for her own ulterior motives, and it is up to Grandpa and grandson Jack to make a daring escape. Failure could have the direst of consequences, but success will give Grandpa a final chance to relive his past and take to the sky once again in his beloved Spitfire.
Who directed Grandpa's Great Escape?
Grandpa's Great Escape was directed by Elliot Hegarty.
Who stars in Grandpa's Great Escape?
The principal cast of Grandpa's Great Escape includes Tom Courtenay, David Walliams, Kit Connor, Samantha Spiro, Jennifer Saunders.
When was Grandpa's Great Escape released and how long is it?
Grandpa's Great Escape was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Grandpa's Great Escape?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Grandpa's Great Escape was composed by Anne Dudley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Grandpa's Great Escape?
Grandpa's Great Escape holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).