Dustin is Mr. FOCKER

By: Patrick Sauriol
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2004
Source: Variety

In a sign that there's finally some forward movement on the long gestating sequel to MEET THE PARENTS, Dustin Hoffman has been cast as Ben Stiller's father in MEET THE FOCKERS. The sequel will see the parents of Stiller's character, Greg Focker, meeting the parents of their son's fiancee (played by Teri Polo). Robert De Niro and Blythe Danner will return to play Polo's parents.

As explained by Variety, the sequel will see the hyper-relaxed Fockers meet with the tightly-wound Byrneses. Worlds will collide, arguements will break out, and the resolve of the soon-to-be married couple will receive its ultimate test.

Universal Pictures wants to complete casting on the role of Stiller's mother (Stiller wants Barbra Streisand) shortly and is hoping for a March start for principal photography. A release date in December is likely.


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