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Ben Stiller Raves About Ariana Grande in 'Focker In-Law': 'So Funny'

The upcoming film reunites original cast members and introduces Ariana Grande in a unique role, continuing the beloved comedy series with a 2026 release date.

  • Ben Stiller will return as Greg Focker in the fourth installment of the Meet the Parents franchise, titled Focker-in-Law, set to be released on November 25, 2026.
  • The sequel follows the original 2000 comedy and its 2010 follow-up, with John Hamburg returning as writer and director amidst ongoing talks with Barbra Streisand.
  • Ariana Grande, confirmed to join the cast, has received praise from Stiller for blending in well alongside Robert De Niro, Owen Wilson, and returning cast members Teri Polo and Blythe Danner.
  • Stiller described Grande as "such a pro," "so funny," and said her role is "very unique," while mentioning that Streisand's return is "in process" and desired by the cast.
  • This new installment reflects the characters' passage of time and suggests the franchise aims to reconnect with its legacy while introducing fresh dynamics with new cast members.
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Deadline broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Sunday, September 14, 2025.
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