Ariana Grande Joins ‘Meet The Parents’ Sequel – 2026 Release Date Confirmed!

Ariana Grande is heading back to the big screen in a big way. After her stunning success as Glinda in Wicked Part 1, she’s teaming up with Universal again for another exciting project. This time, it’s the next chapter in the famous Meet the Parents franchise.

Another Big Franchise Role for Ariana

According to Deadline, Ariana will join the new Meet the Parents sequel, which already has a release date set for November 25, 2026. This will be her next big movie after Wicked turned into a box office smash. Universal has chosen to keep her momentum going with a role in one of their most popular comedy series.

While details about Ariana’s character are still a secret, the news is already creating a buzz. Fans are eager to see how she will fit into the hilarious world of the Focker family.

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The Original Cast Is Coming Back

What makes this sequel even more exciting is the return of the original stars. Robert De Niro, Ben Stiller, Teri Polo, and Blythe Danner will all be back. That means we’ll see more of Jack Byrnes, Greg Focker, and the awkward yet funny family moments we’ve loved since the first movie.

John Hamburg is directing this new film. He’s no stranger to the franchise. He co-wrote the original Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers, and Little Fockers. Now, he’s back writing and directing this new sequel.

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Big Names Behind the Scenes

This movie has a strong team of producers too. Jane Rosenthal and Robert De Niro will produce through their company, Tribeca Productions. Ben Stiller and John Lesher are producing under Red Hour Films. Jay Roach is involved again, producing through Delirious Media. John Hamburg is also producing through Particular Pictures.

Universal’s Matt Reilly and Jacqueline Garell will oversee the production.

The Franchise History and Ariana’s Success

The Meet the Parents franchise has always done well at the box office. The first movie in 2000 made over $330 million globally. Its sequels added even more, bringing the total to more than $1.1 billion worldwide.

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As for Ariana, her acting career really took off with Wicked. That movie became the most successful Broadway adaptation ever, earning close to $800 million. Her performance as Glinda got her Oscar, Golden Globe, SAG, and BAFTA nominations. Not bad for her first major film role.

Now, with this new comedy role lined up, Ariana is proving she’s not just a pop star. She’s also becoming a major force in Hollywood.