First Trailer for 'Focker-In-Law' Released Ahead of Thanksgiving

The first trailer for 'Focker-In-Law', the newest addition to the Meet the Parents franchise, was unveiled during Universal's presentation at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. This film marks the first installment since 2010's 'Little Fockers'. Starring Ariana Grande, Ben Stiller, and Robert De Niro, the trailer introduces Grande's character, Olivia Jones, a trained FBI hostage negotiator who is engaged to Henry Focker.

The trailer features a scene where a retired CIA agent and Vietnam veteran tests Olivia's sincerity about her feelings for Henry. The film is directed and written by John Hamburg and is scheduled to be released in theaters on November 26, coinciding with the Thanksgiving holiday. It also features a cast that includes Beanie Feldstein, Owen Wilson, Eduardo Franco, Blythe Danner, and Teri Polo.

K. in July and August. The trailer showcases Olivia's ability to win over the family, including the approval of the Focker guard dog, which is a significant moment in the storyline.

The film aims to blend humor with family dynamics, continuing the legacy of the franchise that began with 'Meet the Parents' in 2000. Overall, 'Focker-In-Law' promises to deliver a mix of comedy and family tension, appealing to fans of the previous films while introducing new elements through Grande's character.

“The trailer kicks off with Greg’s father-in-law, retired CIA agent and Vietnam veteran Jack Byrnes administering a lie detector test to Olivia." — Deadline, April 2026 > "The film, which John Hamburg wrote and directed, follows 2010’s Little Fockers, 2004’s Meet the Fockers, and 2000’s Meet the Parents.”