What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedDirty Grandpa
Dan Mazer · Film · 2016
If you loved Dirty Grandpa, start with Vice Principals (Danny McBride, 2016) — a series on the same thread. Below: 4 books, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to Dirty Grandpa across media.
If you enjoyed the chaotic, unfiltered bond in Dirty Grandpa, you will appreciate these stories of dysfunctional relationships and raucous, boundary-pushing comedy.
Books on the same thread
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2014
Explores: Family Road Trip, Dysfunctional Family, Summer Vacation.
Much like the disastrous road trip in Dirty Grandpa, this story captures the specific hilarity of a family vacation spiraling into absolute chaos and unpredictable, uncomfortable situations.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw (Book 3)
Jeff Kinney · Book · 2009
Explores: Family Relationships, School Life, Friendship.
Just as the grandfather pushes boundaries in Dirty Grandpa, this book centers on the strained, humorous tension between a parent and child struggling to see eye to eye.
F. Scott Fitzgerald: The Great Gatsby
F. Scott Fitzgerald · Book · 1991
Explores: The American Dream, Social Class, Wealth and Status.
While tonally different, this classic mirrors the high-stakes personal transformation and societal expectations that Jason Kelly desperately tries to navigate throughout the events of Dirty Grandpa.
Divergent
Veronica Roth · Book · 2013
Explores: Factionalism, Coming of Age, Identity.
If you valued the intense pressure to conform found in Dirty Grandpa, you will find a more serious exploration of breaking free from expectations in this gripping dystopian narrative.
Series on the same thread
Rick and Morty
Dan Harmon · Series · 2013
Explores: Dysfunctional Family, Existentialism, Dark Humor.
The dynamic between a cynical, foul-mouthed elder and a reluctant younger companion in Dirty Grandpa is perfectly mirrored in this series through its blend of dark, irreverent humor.
Grace and Frankie
Howard J. Morris · Series · 2015
Explores: Divorce After 60, LGBT Relationships, Aging.
Similar to the way characters in Dirty Grandpa must embrace life after a major shift, these protagonists navigate the complexities of starting over with humor and eccentric personality.
Eastbound & Down
Danny McBride · Series · 2009
Explores: Redemption, Anti-hero, Small Town Life.
This series captures the same brand of abrasive, unfiltered personality found in the lead character of Dirty Grandpa, focusing on an ego-driven protagonist struggling with his own reputation.
Vice Principals
Danny McBride · Series · 2016
Explores: Power Struggle, Incompetence, Toxic Masculinity.
The unholy alliance and toxic rivalry showcased here echo the chaotic, sabotage-filled antics that define the relationship between the central characters in the movie Dirty Grandpa.
Podcasts on the same thread
Grumpy Old Geeks
Jason DeFillippo & Brian Schulmeister with Dave Bittner · Podcast · 2026
Explores: cynicism, digital culture, corporate skepticism.
If you enjoyed the no-filter, cynical attitude of the grandfather in Dirty Grandpa, this podcast provides that same blunt commentary and refusal to conform to social norms.
Stugotz and Company
iHeartPodcasts · Podcast · 2026
Explores: absurdism, unfiltered opinion, camaraderie.
This podcast channels the same sense of absurdity and irreverent humor that drives the comedy in Dirty Grandpa, prioritizing unfiltered opinions and unpredictable, chaotic energy throughout.
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Common questions
Is Dirty Grandpa about a road trip?
Yes, Dirty Grandpa follows the character Jason Kelly as he is tricked into driving his foul-mouthed grandfather, Dick, to Daytona for spring break. This journey forces the straight-laced Jason away from his upcoming wedding and into a series of riotous events during their time on the road.
What is the main conflict in Dirty Grandpa?
The main conflict in Dirty Grandpa centers on Jason Kelly, who is one week away from marrying his boss's daughter. When he takes his grandfather to Daytona, his pending nuptials are put in jeopardy as they encounter frat parties, bar fights, and other chaotic situations during spring break.
Does Dirty Grandpa feature Jason Kelly's grandfather?
Yes, the plot of Dirty Grandpa revolves around Jason Kelly being tricked into driving his grandfather, Dick, to Daytona. Dick is described as foul-mouthed, and his behavior during their spring break trip creates significant trouble for Jason while he is trying to prepare for his upcoming wedding.
How does the trip in Dirty Grandpa affect Jason Kelly's career?
In Dirty Grandpa, Jason Kelly is on the fast track for a partnership at his law firm. By being tricked into driving his grandfather to Daytona for spring break, Jason finds his life derailed by riotous parties and bar fights, which jeopardizes both his pending marriage and his professional goals.