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Why Him? (Spanish title: ¿Por qué él? ) is a 2016 R-rated comedy film directed by John Hamburg , known for his work on the Meet the Parents franchise. The film explores the chaotic cultural and generational clash between a traditional father and his daughter's eccentric, unfiltered boyfriend.

The central conflict arises when Laird reveals his plan to propose to Stephanie on Christmas Day, prompting Ned to do everything in his power to stop the engagement. Why Him? (2016) Why Him? (ВїPor quГ© Г©l?)

The story follows (played by Bryan Cranston), a loving but overprotective father who runs a struggling printing business in Michigan. During the Christmas holidays, Ned and his family visit his daughter, Stephanie (Zoey Deutch), at Stanford. There, they are introduced to her boyfriend, Laird Mayhew (James Franco), a socially awkward but well-meaning Silicon Valley billionaire. Why Him