Gangsta Granny

Ben and Granny make their way home on the highway. Granny apologizes for lying, and Ben forgives her, telling her she’s still his “gangsta granny.” The pair are shocked when they are suddenly surrounded by police cars and helicopters. Police officers take Granny and Ben off the wheelchair and pin them to the ground. After they are handcuffed, they notice Mr. Parker standing with the officers.

Mr. Parker insists that Granny and Ben stole the Crown Jewels. The police officers search their bag and Granny’s house but find nothing. Once they confirm that the Crown Jewels are still safe in the Tower, the police let Granny and Ben go. Mr. Parker is adamant that Granny is a criminal. Ben and Granny say that Granny simply liked telling stories, and of course, no one would believe that she was an international jewel thief. The police scold Mr. Parker for his bad tip and leave.

Ben relaxes with Granny the following morning, and they agree that their almost-heist was thrilling and wonderful. Ben does not want to go home, as he feels his parents don’t love him. Granny assures him that they do. She also reveals some sad news: She actually isn’t healthy. The doctor told her she has cancer and will likely die before Christmas. 

Ben cries at this news. He feels cheated that he will lose Granny when he is just getting to know her and enjoying her company. Ben realizes he loves Granny very much and kisses her goodbye before going home.

Ben arrives home and climbs up the drainpipe and into his bedroom window. Once inside, he hears his parents crying and talking about how he is missing. He realizes that his parents do love him, and he goes out to talk to them. Ben’s Mum and Dad are relieved he is okay and assure him that they still love him, even though he doesn’t have the same interests as them. They acknowledge that he should probably be a plumber since he can’t dance. Ben and his parents discuss Granny’s illness and agree to visit her. Ben is happy and relieved to be close to his parents again.

Ben and his family visit Granny at her hospice, where she only has hours to live. Ben holds her hand and says goodbye to Granny, assuring her that she is his “gangsta granny.” Granny passes away. 

On the way home, Ben visits the corner store and tells Raj that Granny has passed away. Raj comforts Ben and gives him a Christmas present of Murray Mints, which were his grandmother’s favorite mint.

Ben attends Granny’s funeral on Christmas Eve. He finds it very strange and is annoyed that the vicar’s talk does not honor Granny. He wants to tell people about his adventures with Granny, but he knows no one will believe that they went to the Tower of London and met the Queen.

At the reception, Ben meets Edna, an elderly cousin of Granny’s. She reveals that Granny used to visit her once a month and that she was a special friend to her. She invites Ben to come visit her and play Scrabble, and he agrees. 

When Ben gets home, he sneaks out of the house once again while his parents watch their dancing show. He cycles to Granny’s house, reflects on their time together, and grieves for her. Ben has special memories of Granny, and he knows he will tell them to his grandkids one day.

On Christmas Day, Ben and his parents watch the Queen’s address. The Queen tells the nation that younger people should strive to get to know the older generation, as well as help them and spend time with them. She reveals that she met a grandmother and grandson at the Tower of London who reminded her of how much the elderly appreciate the kindness of youngsters. The Queen insists that old people are not boring and flashes her Union Jack underwear. Ben’s parents spit their tea out, but Ben is impressed that the Queen, like Granny, is a “gangsta.”