Why Him?

In this comedy directed by John Hamburg, a Midwestern father, played by Bryan Cranston, finds himself in a battle of wits with his daughter’s eccentric and wealthy boyfriend, portrayed by James Franco. As the family visits the boyfriend’s lavish home for the holidays, tensions rise, leading to a series of humorous and awkward situations. The film explores themes of family dynamics and the clash between traditional values and modern lifestyles. While it did not receive any major awards, it features a strong comedic cast, including Megan Mullally and Zoey Deutch. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.