10 Movies & Shows Like Merry In-Laws (2012)

Description: A touching comedy about a father coming to terms with his daughter's marriage, focusing on family dynamics and the emotional rollercoaster of weddings.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1950 classic of the same name. Steve Martin's performance was praised for balancing humor and heartfelt emotion.

Description: A comedy centered around the awkward and humorous interactions between a man and his potential in-laws, highlighting cultural clashes and the pressure to impress.

Fact: The film was inspired by a short film of the same name, and the character of Jack Byrnes was ranked as one of the greatest movie dads by a major publication.

Description: A heartwarming comedy about the clash of cultures when a woman introduces her fiancé to her large, boisterous Greek family, filled with humor and familial love.

Fact: The film was initially a one-woman play written by Nia Vardalos. It became the highest-grossing romantic comedy of all time at its release.

Description: A sequel that continues the comedic exploration of family dynamics, this time with the focus on the eccentric parents of the male lead, adding more chaos and humor.

Fact: Barbra Streisand and Dustin Hoffman had never worked together before this film. The movie's success led to a third installment in the series.

Description: A comedy about the chaotic and hilarious interactions between two very different families brought together by their children's engagement, full of misunderstandings and laughs.

Fact: The film is a remake of the 1979 movie of the same name. Albert Brooks and Michael Douglas had great on-screen chemistry, which added to the film's humor.

Description: A dramedy that explores the tensions and bonds within a family when an outsider tries to fit in during the holidays, blending humor and emotional depth.

Fact: The film was shot in sequence, which is rare for movies, to help the actors develop their characters naturally. The house used in the film was a real family home.

Description: A comedy about the extreme lengths a mother goes to in order to sabotage her son's relationship, highlighting over-the-top family antics and love.

Fact: Jane Fonda came out of retirement to play the role of the overbearing mother. The film was inspired by real-life mother-in-law stories from the screenwriter.

Description: A romantic comedy that explores the dynamics of a fake relationship and the ensuing chaos when meeting the family, blending humor with heartfelt moments.

Fact: Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds improvised many of their scenes together, adding to the film's natural chemistry. The movie was filmed in just 44 days.

Description: A lavish romantic comedy that delves into the challenges of fitting into a wealthy and traditional family, with a focus on cultural expectations and love.

Fact: It was the first Hollywood studio film in 25 years to feature an all-Asian cast. The mahjong scene was meticulously choreographed to reflect the tension in the story.

Description: A raucous comedy about a father's disapproval of his daughter's wealthy but eccentric boyfriend, filled with generational clashes and outrageous humor.

Fact: Many of the film's comedic moments were improvised by the cast. The mansion featured in the movie is a real tech billionaire's home in Los Angeles.