A rascally old man juggles small-town drama, family, and a cozy, witty quest for belonging.
Feel-good and intimate, with dry wit. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it carries some weight.
Streaming on MGM+ and Hoopla (free).
It stays inside its R, with moderate sex and nudity, and no real violence.
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A rascally nearing-retirement man juggles a workers' compensation suit while secretly working for his nemesis and flirting with his nemesis' young wife. As his estranged son returns, he faces new family responsibilities, while a banker plots to evict him from his home.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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