De Niro’s Back! ‘Meet the Parents 4’Confirmed

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As a movie enthusiast, I couldn’t contain my excitement when I heard Robert De Niro is returning for another round of “Meet the Parents“! During his appearance on The View, the legendary actor, with an Oscar under his belt, confirmed he’ll once again embody the stern and witty Jack Byrnes. When Sara Haines inquired about the rumored fourth installment of this beloved franchise, De Niro didn’t mince words; he confirmed his involvement in the upcoming sequel, setting our screens ablaze with anticipation!

Initially released in 1992 under the same title, the independent film “Meet the Parents” achieved remarkable success when it was re-made in 2000, becoming one of the highest-earning films of that year with a global box office revenue of $330.4 million. This cinematic triumph led to two sequels: “Meet the Fockers” (2004) and “Little Fockers” (2010). It appears that further installments of this franchise may be on the horizon, as it was announced in December 2024 that a fourth movie is under development. Notably, John Hamburg, who wrote all three previous entries, will pen the script for the upcoming sequel.

Beyond Robert De Niro, there were rumors that Ben Stiller, Terri Polo, and Blythe Danner might reappear in their roles as Gaylord “Greg” Focker, Pam Byrnes, and Dina Byrnes respectively. However, Jay Roach, who directed the previous films, will not be returning as the director, but he is involved in the production, along with De Niro and Jane Rosenthal. Details about the plot are still under wraps, and De Niro has been secretive about it, implying that The View and its audience have yet to gain his trust.

Will ‘Meet the Parents 4’ Return to the Franchise’s Roots?

The first three movies in this series, released between 2000 and 2010 and now available for streaming on Netflix, together made over $1 billion at the box office. However, “Meet the Fockers” and “Little Fockers” didn’t receive as favorable reviews from critics compared to “Meet the Parents”. The latest sequel, in particular, was heavily criticized for its inconsistent tone, repeated humor, and weak execution, resulting in a dismal 9% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. As it’s been 25 years since the original movie debuted, there’s now an opportunity for this franchise to revisit its origins and conclude the story in a satisfying manner.

As a movie enthusiast, I recently revisited the world of Greg and Pam Focker in Little Fockers, where their now-adult twins, Samantha and Henry, celebrate their 20th birthdays. This time around, it’s the kids who bring their significant others home for the ultimate family meeting, putting Greg in a familiar position as the protective father – much like Jack from the original movie. With his own father-in-law on hand, a man who’s no stranger to handling delicate situations, we might see some nostalgic echoes of the first film’s charm. However, let’s cross our fingers that he won’t feel compelled to resurrect his polygraph machine again, as it would undoubtedly bring more laughter and chaos – reminiscent of one of the franchise’s most memorable scenes. Interestingly, this idea for the lie detector test came directly from De Niro himself after discussing it with a friend in the CIA, leading to one of the series’ funniest moments.

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2025-03-20 16:31