Dirty Grandpa 2 (2025)
October 9, 2025
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It’s been nearly a decade since Dirty Grandpa first shocked audiences with its outrageous humor, unfiltered dialogue, and wild generational clash between a reckless old man and his uptight grandson. Now, Dirty Grandpa 2 (2025) takes that same unapologetic spirit and cranks it up to eleven. Directed by Sean Anders, the sequel reunites Robert De Niro, Zac Efron, and newcomer Tyler Perry in a deliriously chaotic road trip comedy that’s as raunchy as it is unexpectedly heartfelt. This time, the stakes are higher, the jokes are dirtier, and the emotional core hits harder than anyone could have predicted. De Niro proves once again that age has done nothing to dull his comedic timing, while Efron shows impressive growth as a performer who can balance absurd physical comedy with genuine emotion.
The film picks up years after the events of the first movie. Jason (Efron), now a divorced single dad, is trying to piece his life back together when his infamous grandfather Dick Kelly (De Niro) bursts back onto the scene. When Dick learns that an old army buddy has passed away in Miami, he ropes Jason into one final trip down south—a journey that quickly devolves into chaos involving wild parties, senior biker gangs, and a shady influencer scheme gone wrong. Along the way, they cross paths with Tyler Perry’s character, a smooth-talking preacher with a scandalous side hustle, who becomes their reluctant companion. What follows is a whirlwind of outrageous escapades, from a geriatric drag race in Key West to an unforgettable night in a retirement community that looks more like a rave than a nursing home.
While Dirty Grandpa 2 revels in its trademark vulgar humor—featuring enough sex jokes, bad decisions, and politically incorrect banter to fill an entire season of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia—there’s also an undercurrent of maturity and reflection that sneaks in through the laughs. The script smartly explores themes of aging, legacy, and regret without ever feeling heavy-handed. De Niro’s Dick Kelly, beneath his unfiltered bravado, begins to face his own mortality and missed opportunities, while Jason grapples with becoming the kind of father—and man—he wants to be. Amidst the madness, their bond feels surprisingly real, grounding the film in emotional authenticity that makes the comedy hit even harder.
Technically, the film is a step up from its predecessor. The cinematography by Brandon Trost captures the neon-soaked chaos of Florida’s nightlife with slick, kinetic energy, while the soundtrack—packed with old-school rock, hip-hop, and ironic gospel tracks curated by Mark Ronson—keeps the pace electric. Anders directs with confidence, balancing absurd set pieces with intimate father-son moments. There’s a particularly memorable sequence where the trio gets trapped in an alligator-infested swamp while tripping on hallucinogenic mushrooms—a scene so unhinged and visually inventive that it’s destined to become a cult favorite meme.
Ultimately, Dirty Grandpa 2 (2025) is a film that shouldn’t work—but somehow does. It’s crude, chaotic, and over-the-top, yet also oddly sincere. De Niro delivers one of his most fearless late-career performances, Efron brings heart and charm to the insanity, and Tyler Perry injects the film with fresh comedic energy and surprising warmth. Beneath all the debauchery, it’s a story about connection, redemption, and the absurd beauty of letting go. It’s the rare comedy sequel that surpasses expectations—not because it plays it safe, but because it doubles down on the madness and finds something human beneath it all. Against all odds, Dirty Grandpa 2 is not just funny—it’s filthy, fearless, and kind of beautiful.