Grandma’s in a Rocketship

Blast off on a journey through a child’s imagination as he tries to make sense of a concept too big for words: death.

When young Charlie’s grandmother passes away, he imagines she’s off on a grand adventure through space, cruising the cosmos in a rocketship and more. As his story unfolds, Charlie’s world of wonder gently collides with the loving wisdom of his mother, who helps him understand that death, like life, is part of a beautiful, ongoing story.

Created for children but resonating deeply with adults, Grandma’s in a Rocketship is a tender, imaginative exploration of grief, love, and letting go — told with warmth, humor, and deep emotional care.

Credits

Production

Writer/ Director/ Creative Director: Maple Shipp

Motion Studio Partner: Mo-Graph

Art Director: Analia Perezvila

Cast

Charlie: Andrew Wagner

Grandma: Barbara Polk

Mother: Kara O’Connor

Pirate: Paul Warner