Al Lewis: Forever Grandpa

• Documentary

Episode overview

Celebrate the life and career of the larger‑than‑life character actor best known as the lovable, sharp‑tongued Grandpa Munster. The episode traces Lewis’s early years in New York, his eclectic path through vaudeville, radio, and stage work, and the distinctive personality that made him unforgettable both on and off camera. Biography explores how The Munsters cemented his place in pop culture, yet only hinted at his wide‑ranging talents — from political activism to restaurant ownership to his later work in film and television. Interviews with friends, colleagues, and family reveal a man who embraced eccentricity, championed social causes, and maintained a fierce loyalty to his fans. Ultimately, the program paints a warm portrait of an entertainer whose humor, heart, and unmistakable presence ensured he would always be remembered as “Grandpa,” but was so much more.

60 minutes