Helen Mirren in Red and Other Grandmas With Guns in Movies

Dame Helen Mirren comes out of CIA retirement to wield her weapon in Red, which hits theaters this weekend. See other members of the geriatric set who are using firearms instead of playing mahjong on-screen.

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Published Oct. 14 2010 6:39PM EDT

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Helen Mirren heads into the graphic novel-turned-movie genre, guns blazing, in Red

Betty White combines nine weapons to teach a lesson in respect on NBC’s Community

Granny Moses’ double-barreled, 12-gauge shotgun takes her from Tennessee to the luxurious life on The Beverly Hillbillies

Mob boss Mama Fratelli is packing as she searches for treasure and The Goonies

Tyler Perry’s deftness with a skillet and pistol explain why Madea Goes to Jail

Plus more shooting seniors!

Gallery: Gun-Toting Grannies

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