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How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024): Cast & Ratings

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How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies is a 2024 comedy drama directed by Pat Boonnitipat, starring Sanya Kunakorn as Kiang, Pongsatorn Jongwilas and Tontawan Tantivejakul. It runs 2 hours 5 minutes and earned $6 million worldwide on a $1 million budget. Critics gave it 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.9/10.

IMDb rating
7.9/10
worldwide gross
$6M
Echo Score
84
Metascore
74
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How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 5m (125 min)
Director
Pat Boonnitipat
Genres
Comedy , Drama
Original language
Thai
Studio
GDH 559
Budget
$1M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies About?

The premise of How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

When his grandmother is diagnosed with a terminal illness, a resourceful grandson devises a scheme to inherit her fortune. However, winning her favor proves more difficult than he thought, leading to a series of comical and touching events centered around family, avarice, and an unexpected connection.

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Themes & Keywords

· 11 tags
  • grandmother
  • father
  • mother
  • child
  • children
  • life
  • parent
  • partner
  • journey
  • long title
  • thai drama
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Cast & crew

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Cast & Characters

Sanya Kunakorn leads the cast as Kiang, with Pongsatorn Jongwilas as Soei and Tontawan Tantivejakul as Mui. Directed by Pat Boonnitipat; 12 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies 74 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 84/100, strongest in character & emotion (92) and weakest in story & flow (70).

84 /100

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Echo Score Breakdown

The film’s primary strength lies in its empathetic exploration of family dynamics and mortality, anchored by confident direction and polished visuals. Critics and viewers alike note the warm tone, sharp emotional beats, and insightful depiction of inheritance tensions, though some mention occasional pacing lulls in the middle. The cumulative impact is a heartfelt, thoughtfully crafted debut that balances sentimentality with genuine observation.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 90

    In terms of Art & Craft, the direction and visual presentation stand out for their assured framing and attention to cultural detail. Reviewers praise the crisp cinematography, harmonious production design, and generally confident execution for a first feature. These elements consistently reinforce the film’s grounded yet expressive style, delivering a cohesive visual identity.

  • Character & Emotion 92

    When it comes to Character & Emotion, the ensemble’s performances earn consistent acclaim for depth and authenticity. Observers highlight the grandmother’s memorable portrayal and the evolving rapport between family members, noting clear emotional stakes and empathetic interactions. Despite minor concerns over underdeveloped supporting figures, the central cast effectively conveys the narrative’s heartfelt core.

  • Story & Flow 70

    In terms of Story & Flow, the narrative engages through its blend of warmth and familial conflict, yielding poignant moments of reflection on inheritance and mortality. However, some critique arises over midsection pacing drags and uneven narrative momentum. Though not always consistently propelled, the plot’s emotional throughline sustains engagement and provides moments of genuine resonance.

  • Sensory Experience 80

    When evaluating the Sensory Experience, the score and design elements receive commendation for amplifying the film’s emotional tenor without overwhelming it. The musical cues, while occasionally signaling mood shifts too explicitly, largely complement the visual texture and cultural setting. Combined with attentive sound mixing, these aspects enhance immersion and reinforce the story’s tonal intentions.

  • Rewatch Factor 75

    Regarding Rewatch Factor, the film’s emotional resonance and sincere themes encourage reflection on family and legacy, suggesting lasting appeal. Yet the uneven pacing and narrative familiarity may limit repeat viewings for some audiences. Overall, the movie’s heartfelt performances and structural sincerity provide enough rewarding moments to support subsequent viewings for engaged viewers.

Plot

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Mengju and her adult children, Sew, Kiang, and Soei, gather to honor the Qingming Festival alongside Sew’s son, M, a university dropout with dreams of becoming a video game streamer. Mengju expresses her wish to be buried on an expansive plot when she passes, a wish that comes with a hefty price tag. Following a fall that leads to hospital treatment, she receives devastating news of being diagnosed with late-stage stomach cancer, a truth that her family decides to conceal from her. After the death of M’s affluent paternal grandfather, his estate is primarily bequeathed to Mui, M’s cousin and an online sex worker. With hopes of inheriting Mengju’s estate, M steps up to become her carer.

Full summary

The whole story of How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Box Office & Budget

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies grossed $6 million worldwide on a $1 million budget, 6.0 times what it cost. $303,772 came from the US and Canada and $5.6 million (95%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$6M

6.0× its budget

US & Canada
$303.8K
International
$5.6M
Budget
$1M
US & Canada 5% Rest of the world 95%
Videos

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

Official International Trailer [Subtitled]
  • Clip "Fried Fish"
Quiz

How Well Do You Know How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What festival does Mengju's family gather to honor?

Cars

Cars in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies

14 cars on screen, including the 2002 Toyota Alphard and the 2007 Toyota Camry.

All 14 cars
  • 2002 Toyota Alphard in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies 2002 Toyota Alphard Important role
  • 2007 Toyota Camry in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies 2007 Toyota Camry Important role
  • 2023 Toyota Yaris Cross in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies 2023 Toyota Yaris Cross Important role
  • Honda unknown in How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Honda unknown Minor role
Details

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies Also Known As

36 alternative titles, including “Lahnmah” and “Gia Tài Của Ngoại”.

Also known as
  • Lahnmah
  • Gia Tài Của Ngoại
  • 할머니가 죽기 전 백만장자가 되는 법
  • 姥姥的外孙
  • 全職乖孫
  • 金孫爆富攻略
  • Min mormors millioner
  • Min mormors miljoner
  • Min bestemors millioner
  • Isoäidin miljoonat
  • Бабушка на миллион
  • Cómo ser Millonario Antes de que se Muera la Abuela
+24 more
  • Como Ganhar Milhões Antes Que a Avó Morra
  • ຫຼານແມ່ຕູ້
  • ចៅយាយ
  • Cómo Ganar Millones Antes de que Muera la Abuela
  • Cómo Hacerse Millonario Antes de que Muera la Abuela
  • Comment devenir riche (grâce à sa grand-mère)
  • Lahn Mah
  • Comment devenir riche (grâce à sa grand-mère)?
  • Jak zarobić miliony, zanim babcia umrze
  • 할머니가 돌아가시기 전 수백만 달러를 버는 법
  • Kuidas teenida miljon enne vanaema surma
  • كيف تكسب الملايين قبل أن تموت الجدة
  • おばあちゃんと僕の約束
  • چگونه قبل از مرگ مادربزرگ میلیونر شویم, დედის შვილიშვილი
  • Kaip užsidirbti milijonų prieš močiutės mirtį
  • Како зарадити милионе пре него што бака умре
  • Cómo ser millonario antes que muera la abuela
  • Як заробити мільйон до того, як бабуся помре
  • Jak zdobyć miliony, zanim babcia umrze
  • Min mormors miljoner - How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies
  • Kuidas teenida miljoneid enne vanaema surma
  • Büyükannem Ölmeden Nasıl Zengin Olurum
  • איך לעשות מיליונים לפני שסבתא מתה
  • Cum să faci milioane înainte să moară bunica

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FAQ

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies, each answered in a sentence.

How long is How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies runs 2 hours 5 minutes (125 minutes).

When was How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies released?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies was released on September 13, 2024.

Who directed How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies was directed by Pat Boonnitipat.

More films by Pat Boonnitipat

Who is in the cast of How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies stars Sanya Kunakorn as Kiang, Pongsatorn Jongwilas as Soei and Tontawan Tantivejakul as Mui, among 12 credited actors.

How much did How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies make at the box office?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies grossed $6 million worldwide ($303,772 domestic, $5.6 million international) on a budget of $1 million.

How is How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies rated?

How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies has 7.9/10 on IMDb, 74 on Metacritic and 81% on TMDB.

Does How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies have a post-credit scene?

No. How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies in?

The original language of How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies is Thai.

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