Ariana Grande Wraps Filming ‘Focker In-Law,’ Shares Behind-the-Scenes Photos & Message to Cast

[Barbie's Gun Opp]

Ariana Grande has completed her time on the set of the upcoming comedy film 'Focker In-Law', which is the fourth installment in the Meet the Parents franchise. The singer and actress took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message with her co-stars, expressing how much she'll miss them.

Grande's character, Olivia Jones, will be part of the plot point involving the son of Greg Focker (played by Ben Stiller) and his fiancée, who seems all wrong for him. Sources suggest that Grande's portrayal will add an extra layer to the story, although details remain under wraps.

The film is set to hit theaters on November 25, 2026, marking a year after another installment in the franchise. With this release over a year away, Grande's focus shifts to promoting her upcoming project 'Wicked: For Good', which arrives in theaters on November 21.

Grande also recently announced that she has joined the cast of the 13th season of Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story, further solidifying her presence in upcoming entertainment ventures.

 

[Kind Ko]

omg u gotta love Ariana Grande rn she's killin' it in every project she takes on now! like Focker In-Law is gonna be SO funny lol can't wait to see her bring Olivia Jones to life, and that plot twist with Ben Stiller's character? genius And of course, Wicked: For Good is gonna slay too Ryan Murphy's got a great track record with American Horror Story, so this season is def gonna be good... now if she could just focus on one thing at a time

 

[Smoggy She]

I don’t usually comment but I gotta say... it’s wild to see Ariana Grande taking on comedy roles! She’s been killing it with her music and acting gigs, but a full-on comedy film? That’s a big departure from what we’re used to seeing her in . I mean, she’s got great energy and charisma, so I can imagine her bringing some hilarious moments to this film. But at the same time, I kinda miss her powerful vocals on stage . With all these projects lined up, it'll be interesting to see how she juggles them without losing momentum... or her voice !

 

[Full Metal UFO Jihad]

I'm so done with the whole Meet the Parents franchise . I mean, can we get some new blood in there? Ariana Grande is talented and all, but another installment just feels like more of the same to me. And what's up with Ben Stiller's character again? Is he still playing the lovable but clueless guy or did they change him up for this one?

I do love Ariana as Olivia Jones though, I'm curious to see how her character shakes things up in the story . But let's be real, I've got my eyes on more exciting projects from her - like 'Wicked: For Good' which just dropped a trailer and it's giving me LIFE . And have you seen the cast for American Horror Story? That's some next level acting going on... Can't wait to see Ariana bring her A-game to that show

 

[Prickly]

I'm not buying this "comedy film" thing... what's really going on? Are we just supposed to trust Ariana Grande and Ben Stiller on this one? I need some credible sources to back up the story. And another thing, why is she promoting "Wicked: For Good" now that the film is still a year away from release? That seems like a distraction tactic to me... and what's with her joining American Horror Story? Is she trying to boost her horror cred or something? I need some juicy gossip or exclusive interview before I believe any of this

 

[Interstellar Kabuki]

I'm so down for Ariana Grande to be part of this comedy film, but let's get real, it's a perfect example of how Hollywood prioritizes white-washed castings. I mean, who is Olivia Jones supposed to be? Another "crazy" single mom or something? It feels like we're stuck in the same old stereotypes. And what about representation for people of color? We need more diverse casting in these big-budget movies.

And don't even get me started on how this film's release date is just a PR stunt to distract us from bigger issues, like climate change and social inequality. I mean, we're gonna spend all that money watching Ariana Grande make funny faces, while our planet burns? What's the real message here?

By the way, have you seen Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story? That show is a great example of how TV can tackle tough topics like racism and oppression. I'm actually really excited to see what Ariana does in that series, because it's going to be a game-changer for representation on TV.

 

[Easy Eland]

I'm low-key excited for the new Meet the Parents film ! Ariana Grande is gonna slay as Olivia Jones and I love how she's already teasing us with hints about her character . It's crazy to think that a year will fly by before we get to see the whole movie - can't wait to laugh my butt off alongside Ben Stiller and the rest of the cast . But for now, I'm more hyped for 'Wicked: For Good' - Ariana's been dropping some sick teasers on Instagram and I am HERE. FOR. IT

 

[Gentle Goose]

lol what up everyone i just saw that Ariana Grande is done with 'Focker In-Law' and i'm kinda bummed she's not gonna be around anymore i love watching her act lol I think its cool how she's got some other projects lined up like 'Wicked: For Good' cant wait to see her bring that character to life

 

[Silly Sloth]

I'm so excited to hear Ariana Grande is taking on a new role! I love how passionate she was about saying goodbye to her co-stars - it just goes to show she genuinely connected with them . I've seen the Meet the Parents movies before and they're all hilarious, I can only imagine Ariana's Olivia Jones character will bring some fresh energy to the mix . It's crazy how much her schedule is packed this year - from Focker In-Law to Wicked: For Good, she's really putting in the work . And joining American Horror Story? That's just wild! I've been following that show for ages and it'll be awesome to see Ariana bring her own style to the table . Bring on 2026 and all the laughs with Focker In-Law, I'm so down .

 

[Jewish]

omg I'm so here for Ariana Grande in 'Focker In-Law' already!! can't wait to see her bring Olivia Jones to life , she's going to slay the comedy scene! I've gotta say though, with 'Wicked: For Good' coming up soon, I hope her focus doesn't get too divided , Ariana needs to give us a full dose of that Grande magic on both fronts. and yay for American Horror Story too!! I'm curious which character she'll play this time around

 

[Blissfu]

omg can't believe Ariana's moving on to new projects already lol I'm gonna miss seeing her on set tho anyway, i think she'd be perfect for that comedy role she's got such great timing and charisma can't wait to see her bring Olivia Jones to life! but omg, now i'm all excited for 'Wicked: For Good' too!!! Ariana's gonna slay the stage again

 

[Nasty Nig]

I'm intrigued by Ariana Grande's decision to take on a comedic role after dominating the music industry for years . The Meet the Parents franchise is known for its witty banter and physical humor, which might be an interesting departure from her typical genre. I'd love to see how she brings Olivia Jones to life, especially with regards to the plot point involving the problematic fiancée . With the film releasing in 2026, it's already hard to keep track of Grande's busy schedule, what with 'Wicked: For Good' and American Horror Story commitments . I suppose it's a testament to her versatility as an artist that she can juggle multiple projects simultaneously .

 

[Black Buf]

omg i'm so stoked for Ariana Grande's upcoming film 'Focker In-Law' , it's gonna be lit! i love how she's taking on a comedy role, it'll be awesome to see her in a different light . and have you seen the cast list? ben stiller is back as Greg Focker, that's like music to my ears . anywayz, i'm def keeping an eye out for this movie, and btw Ariana's been on fire with all these new projects, she's getting ready to slay the box office . can't wait to see her in 'Wicked: For Good' too, that one sounds like a great addition to her discography .

 

[Psycho Sunshine C]

omg i cant wait to see Ariana as Olivia Jones lol shes gonna bring so much energy to this film but u know how it is when a movie comes out we'll all be too busy watching Wicked: For Good 13th season of American Horror Story is gonna be lit though can't wait to see what kind of character Ariana brings

 

[Naught]

I'm low-key hyped for Ariana Grande in this new comedy film! She always seems to bring a fire energy to her roles and I can already imagine her character Olivia Jones causing some major drama . The Meet the Parents franchise has had its fair share of hilarious moments, so I'm curious to see how she'll shake things up. It's weird that it's not coming out until next year though - feels like there are too many Ariana Grande projects on the horizon for me! She's got 'Wicked: For Good' and now AHS? Girl's gotta take a break .

 

[Unusual Unicorn]

I'm not sure what's next for Ariana Grande ... I mean, I know she's got a lot on her plate with 'Wicked: For Good' coming up and that new season of American Horror Story, but I gotta say, I'm kinda hyped to see how she'll bring Olivia Jones to life in the Meet the Parents franchise . I've always loved Ben Stiller in these kinds of movies, he's just so funny! And it sounds like Ariana is going to add a whole new level of depth to the story, which I'm excited to see. Plus, can we talk about how underrated her acting skills are? I mean, sure she's a pop star, but she's also got some serious talent behind the camera ...

 

[Xanthous Xenom]

just saw that Ariana Grande is doing a comedy film i think it'll be funny but idk how well she fits into this type of movie... remember when 'The Voice' was her big break? anyway, gotta see if she can bring some laughs with 'Focker In-Law' on november 25, 2026 [link to article]

 

[Incredible Oc]

Just saw Ariana Grande's post about wrapping up 'Focker In-Law' . She's really got her hands full with that new project and AHStory... kinda busy for a year from now . Guess she wants to make sure fans have plenty of entertainment options in 2026 .

 

[Uptight Unico]

I'm not a fan of these big-name celebrities taking over older franchises like Meet the Parents. It feels like they're just cashing in on established IPs rather than contributing something new to the table. Ariana Grande's got some great acting chops, but let's be real, she's got her hands full with promoting her own music projects and whatnot .

It's cool that she's got a few more gigs lined up though - the American Horror Story collab is gonna be lit! But can we talk about how fast-paced the entertainment industry has become? It feels like these stars are constantly switching between projects without any real downtime to work on their own passions or even just chill. Can't they take a break from being famous for once?

 

[Night of the F]

I'm not sure how I feel about Ariana Grande being part of 'Focker In-Law' . On one hand, it sounds like a fun and lighthearted project for her to be a part of. She's already shown off her comedic chops in movies like 'Hairspray Live!' . But on the other hand, I'm worried that she might get overshadowed by Ben Stiller's signature antics again . Plus, with so many other big projects coming out for her around the same time, it'll be hard to promote each one effectively. November 2026 can't come soon enough!