In this winsome comedy, an entitled Economics professor pursues a tactic to buy an ailing widow’s mansion for nothing, but he quickly realizes that his seemingly foolproof strategy won’t be as easy as he thought.
Acting
MacLaine weaponizes charm; Dinklage's pathetic desperation is chef's kiss.
Writing
Economics professor as villain—finally, accurate representation of academia.
Production
That mansion is practically a character with its own abandonment arc.
Director
Paul Dektor
Peter Dinklage
Phil Loder
Shirley MacLaine
Astrid Fanelli
Kimberly Quinn
Maggie Pennington
Danny Pudi
Craig
Matt Dillon
Dell
Danny Glover
Jerry
Michelle Mylett
Clare Milano
Peter Kelamis
Officer Burt
Rebecca Olson
Beatrice/Babette
Garry Chalk
Nicolai
Kimberley Shoniker
Susan
Raresh DiMofte
Boris the Plumber
Rami Kahlon
Econo Student #1
Peter Chao
Econo Student #2
Peter New
Dr. Turpin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Dinklage and MacLaine reportedly bonded over their shared contempt for the script's original darker ending, pushing for more warmth.
The film quietly critiques 'house flipping' culture and the generational wealth transfer that treats elderly homeowners as obstacles to profit.
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I can't believe Shirley Mc Laine is still making movies ... bravo🎉❤😂
@richardbocanegra5945 30
Peter Dinklage is one of the best actors of this (and previous) generations. I cannot wait to see this!
@wallacememberships 16
3rd or 4th film I've seen. His such a good actor.
@whereiglowthebrightest6390 3
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