Ariana Grande Joins Meet the Parents 4: Everything We Know About Her Role and the Iconic Comedy’s Return

Ariana Grande is stepping into new territory. After her critically acclaimed Broadway debut as Glinda in Wicked, the singer-turned-actress is set to star in Meet the Parents 4 — the long-awaited sequel to one of the most beloved comedy franchises of the 2000s, as revealed by Deadline this week. Here’s everything you need to know about Grande's role and what the next chapter of the Meet the Parents saga promises.

The Comeback of a Comedy Classic

The original Meet the Parents hit theaters in 2000, launching a franchise built on awkward family dynamics and hilarious misunderstandings. Ben Stiller’s Greg Focker desperately trying to impress his future father-in-law, Jack Byrnes (Robert De Niro), created a formula that audiences adored. Two sequels later, the series left a lasting mark on pop culture with its perfect blend of cringe humour and heart.

John Hamburg is directing, and the original cast — including De Niro, Stiller, Teri Polo and Blythe Danner — are said to return, notes Deadline.

While details about Grande's character remain under wraps, insiders told The Hollywood Reporter that the “Yes, And?” singer will play a “ball-busting” woman engaged to marry the now-adult son of Greg and Pam Focker — a role tailor-made for her natural charm and comedic timing. Grande's transition from pop superstar to actress has been one to watch.

What to Expect From the Film

The film is scheduled for release on November 25, 2026. Fans can look forward to the trademark Meet the Parents mix of awkward family moments, razor-sharp humour, and heartfelt scenes — now amplified by Grande's magnetic screen presence.