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Father of the Bride

Seen it?

1950 | 92 min | Comedy, Romance, Drama

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

Critics loved it (90% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, despite soft box office. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics and anyone who wants a laugh. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Funny with heart, romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 32 min.
What might put you off
  • Made in 1950: an older pace and style.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Proud father Stanley Banks remembers the day his daughter, Kay, got married. Starting when she announces her engagement through to the wedding itself, we learn of all the surprises and disasters along the way.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    90% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    7.0 out of 10

  • AwardsSolid

    Nominated for 3 Oscars.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $6 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 114K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Vincente Minnelli

  • Spencer TracyStanley T. Banks
  • Joan BennettEllie Banks
  • Elizabeth TaylorKay Banks
  • Don TaylorBuckley Dunstan
  • Billie BurkeDoris Dunstan
  • Leo G. CarrollMr. Massoula
  • Moroni OlsenHerbert Dunstan
  • Melville CooperMr. Tringle
  • Taylor HolmesWarner
  • Paul HarveyReverend Galsworthy