The Grounds
“If you want to get lost, just stay in your own head”
Synopsis
Alcoholic loser Calvin keeps getting fired as a grounds-keeper, but is given one last chance by the assistant to a reclusive millionaire, Jack. Drunk, homeless, and sleeping in the bushes, Calvin gets the job and manages to interrupt Jack’s attempting suicide! As the two become fast friends they decide to live out their days in a haze of weed, booze and women. What could possibly go wrong?
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The Grounds | OFFICIAL 2021 TRAILEROfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-04-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
(Phoenix Film Festival)
Festival / Special Debut
April 7, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter O'Melia
- Screenplay & Story
- Nick Scamperle, Gregory Thirkhill II
- Original Title
- The Grounds
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- 282 Studios, Cinematic Artistry, Indican Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter O'Melia
Nick Scamperle, Gregory Thirkhill II
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory Thirkhill II
Writer
Peter O'Melia
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Grounds
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What is The Grounds about?
Alcoholic loser Calvin keeps getting fired as a grounds-keeper, but is given one last chance by the assistant to a reclusive millionaire, Jack. Drunk, homeless, and sleeping in the bushes, Calvin gets the job and manages to interrupt Jack’s attempting suicide! As the two become fast friends they decide to live out their days in a haze of weed, booze and women. What could possibly go wrong?
Who directed The Grounds?
The Grounds was directed by Peter O'Melia.
Who stars in The Grounds?
The principal cast of The Grounds includes Michael Welch, Trevor Morgan, Ashley Hinshaw, Allison Paige, Darin Heames.
When was The Grounds released and how long is it?
The Grounds was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Grounds?
The Grounds holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).