This Stoner Comedy Flopped in Theaters

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"This Stoner Comedy Flopped in Theaters—But Became a Cult Classic on DVD!"

When Grandma’s Boy hit theaters in 2006, it seemed destined for failure. Despite being produced by Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Productions and featuring a cast of comedy heavyweights, the film barely made a dent at the box office, earning just $6 million against a $5 million budget. Critics weren’t kind either, dismissing it as another lowbrow, juvenile stoner comedy. But what happened next turned Grandma’s Boy into an underground sensation.

The film follows Alex (Allen Covert), a 35-year-old video game tester who, after being evicted, is forced to move in with his sweet but clueless grandmother (Doris Roberts) and her two eccentric roommates. Packed with raunchy humor, gaming culture references, and over-the-top characters like JP, the socially awkward tech genius who speaks in a robotic voice, Grandma’s Boy was a ridiculous, feel-good comedy that didn’t take itself too seriously.

While it bombed in theaters, something strange happened when it hit DVD and VHS. Word-of-mouth spread among college students, gamers, and stoner comedy fans, turning it into a must-watch party movie. Suddenly, Grandma’s Boy was everywhere—quoted endlessly, played at dorm-room movie nights, and celebrated for its absurdity. It joined the ranks of cult classics like Half Baked and Super Troopers, proving that some movies aren’t made for critics—they’re made for late-night laughs with friends.

Nearly two decades later, Grandma’s Boy remains a nostalgic favorite, still popping up on streaming services and in meme culture. It’s proof that box office numbers don’t always define a movie’s legacy—sometimes, all it takes is a second chance on DVD to find its true audience. If you haven’t seen it yet, grab some snacks and prepare for one of the weirdest, most underrated comedies of the 2000s!

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