Meet the Parents 2000
“First comes love. Then comes the interrogation.”
What is Meet the Parents?
"Meet the Parents" is a comedy film about a man's attempt to make a good impression on his girlfriend's family. The story revolves around Greg Focker, who is in a relationship with Pam, and is preparing for a significant event in their relationship.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 6, 2000
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Pictures, Nancy Tenenbaum Films
- Budget
- $55,000,000
- Revenue
- $330,444,045
- Genres
- Comedy, Romance
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Overview
"Meet the Parents" is a comedy film about a man's attempt to make a good impression on his girlfriend's family. The story revolves around Greg Focker, who is in a relationship with Pam, and is preparing for a significant event in their relationship. Before he takes the next step, he visits Pam's family, particularly her father, Jack Byrnes. Jack is a former CIA agent with a strict and serious demeanor. The film follows Greg's efforts to win over Jack's approval, but his visit to the Byrnes home becomes a series of unfortunate events. The film's plot is characterized by Greg's misadventures under Jack's watchful eye, as everything that can go wrong does. The film's tone is comedic, with a focus on the humorous situations that arise from Greg's attempts to make a good impression.
Should you watch it?
“A nervous groom battles a stern father-in-law during a chaotic family wedding.”
- Ben Stiller leads with sharp comedic timing
- Blend of romance and slapstick humor
- Strong supporting performance by the father figure
- Some jokes repeat similar mishaps
- Humor may feel dated to modern audiences
Watch it if you enjoy awkward family comedy with a romantic twist.
Rated PG-13, the film contains mild language and situational humor appropriate for teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does Meet the Parents belong to?
It is classified as a romantic comedy.
Who directed Meet the Parents?
The film was directed by Jay Roach.
Who stars as Greg Focker?
Ben Stiller portrays the character Greg Focker.
When was Meet the Parents released in the United States?
It was released on October 6, 2000.
What is the film’s MPAA rating?
Meet the Parents is rated PG-13.