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Grind (2003): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch

Grind (2003) movie poster

Grind is a 2003 adventure comedy directed by Casey La Scala, starring Adam Brody and Joey Kern. It runs 1 hour 45 minutes and earned $5.1 million worldwide on a $6 million budget. Critics gave it 30 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video.

IMDb rating
5.9/10
worldwide gross
$5.1M
Metascore
30
budget
$6M
Grind (2003) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 45m (105 min)
Director
Casey La Scala
Genres
Adventure , Sport , Comedy
Original language
English
Budget
$6M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Grind About?

The premise of Grind without spoilers.

Nearing graduation, Eric Rivers and his friends decide to escape the pressures of college for a summer of skateboarding. Driven by Dustin’s ambition and Matt’s relaxed attitude, they set out to transform their passion into a career. The friends pursue a dream of becoming professional skateboarders and gaining recognition on a global stage, facing challenges and embracing the freedom of the open road.

Grind Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • boy
  • tucson arizona
  • santa monica california
  • butt crack
  • pornography
  • male nudity
  • men's bathroom
  • teenage boy
  • friendship between men
  • urination
  • falling off a skateboard
  • mooning
+38 more
  • skateboarding
  • school
  • professional skateboarding
  • skateboarder
  • friend
  • road trip
  • motorcycle
  • megaphone
  • skate shop
  • disc jockey
  • stolen van
  • twin
  • college guidebook
  • balloon
  • hitting a van with a baseball bat
  • baseball bat
  • father daughter relationship
  • skateboard park
  • colorado
  • graduation cap and gown
  • bean costume
  • birthday party
  • birthday
  • flat tire
  • hobo
  • bum
  • bus
  • port a potty
  • videotape
  • bodyguard
  • testicles
  • suv
  • crotch injury
  • pregnancy
  • drive in restaurant
  • hardware store
  • arm cast
  • desert
Where to watch

Where to Watch Grind

Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video. US availability and prices from JustWatch.

Streaming availability in the US, powered by JustWatch logo

Cast & crew

Grind Cast

Adam Brody leads the cast, with Joey Kern. Directed by Casey La Scala.

Ratings

Grind Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Grind 30 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.9/10.

Box office

Grind Box Office & Budget

Grind grossed $5.1 million worldwide on a $6 million budget, 86% of what it cost. $5.1 million came from the US and Canada and $17,470 (0%) from the rest of the world.

2003 box office

Worldwide gross

$5.1M

86% of its budget back

US & Canada
$5.1M
International
$17.5K
Budget
$6M
US & Canada 100% Rest of the world 0%
Cars

Cars in Grind

28 cars on screen, including the 1983 Ford Econoline and the 2002 Cadillac Escalade.

All 28 cars
  • 1983 Ford Econoline in Grind 1983 Ford Econoline Main role
  • 2002 Cadillac Escalade in Grind 2002 Cadillac Escalade Important role
  • MCI 102 EL3 in Grind MCI 102 EL3 Important role
  • 1976 Cadillac Eldorado in Grind 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Minor role
Details

Grind Also Known As

15 alternative titles, including “Manobras Radicais” and “Ça planche!”.

Also known as
  • Manobras Radicais
  • Ça planche!
  • Grind - Sex
  • Boards & Rock'n'Roll
  • Oi assoi tou skateboard
  • Deszkások
  • Скейтбордисты
  • Skejtbording
  • 冲上云霄
  • Boards & Rock 'n' Roll
  • גריינד
  • 滑板狂热
+3 more
  • 그라인드
  • Skřípění
  • Скейтбордисти

Seen Grind?

FAQ

Grind FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Grind, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Grind?

Grind runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

When was Grind released?

Grind was released on August 15, 2003.

Who directed Grind?

Grind was directed by Casey La Scala.

More films by Casey La Scala

Who is in the cast of Grind?

Grind stars Adam Brody and Joey Kern.

Where can I watch Grind?

In the US, Grind is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Fandango at Home Free (availability from JustWatch).

How much did Grind make at the box office?

Grind grossed $5.1 million worldwide ($5.1 million domestic, $17,470 international) on a budget of $6 million.

How is Grind rated?

Grind has 5.9/10 on IMDb and 30 on Metacritic.

Does Grind have a post-credit scene?

No. Grind has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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