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Father of the Bride Part II
1995 106 min United States of America PG 12+
★6.2
Comedy, Family
Director: Charles Shyer
🎭 Based on
«Father's Little Dividend»
Trailers
Description
Just when George Banks has recovered from his daughter's wedding, he receives the news that she's pregnant ... and that George's wife is expecting too. He was planning on selling their home, but that's a plan that—like George—will have to change with the arrival of both a grandchild and a kid of his own.
US Gross:
$76.59M
Worldwide:
$76.59M
Starring
Steve Martin
Actor
Diane Keaton
Actor
Martin Short
Actor
Awards
Golden Globe 1996
— Best Actor (Comedy or Musical)
Key opinion
Father of the Bride Part II is widely regarded as a warm, wholesome, and cozy sequel that succeeds largely due to the enduring chemistry of its returning cast. While some critics find the plot predictable or forced compared to the original, most audiences embrace the film as a charming and uplifting exploration of family values.
| Acting | Steve Martin's earnest and physically expressive performance serves as the emotional and comedic anchor of the film. | |
| Acting | The recurring ensemble cast, including Diane Keaton and Martin Short, maintains a comfortable and authentic family dynamic. | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds as a wholesome, family-friendly viewing experience that effectively promotes heart-warming, traditional values. | |
| Screenplay | The central premise of a simultaneous double-pregnancy is polarizing; some view it as a clever engine for humor, while others find the contrivance forced and less grounded than the first film. | |
| Originality | The narrative follows a predictable and linear trajectory that some find cozy and comforting, while others perceive it as lacking significant conflict or originality. |