Steve Martin’s ClassicFather of the BrideReturns to TV Tonight
If you're in the mood for something warm, funny, and just downright comforting, then tonight’s TV lineup has a real treat for you. ABC is airing the beloved 1991 comedy Father of the Bride , starring the legendary Steve Martin. And the timing couldn't be more perfect—Martin is just a couple weeks away from turning 80 on August 14, so this showing feels like the perfect way to kick off the celebration of his incredible career.
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Now, if you’ve never seen Father of the Bride , here’s what you need to know. The film is actually a remake of a 1950 movie, but this version became a classic in its own right. Steve Martin plays George Banks, a well-off dad who is completely blindsided when his 22-year-old daughter, Annie, announces she's getting married. What follows is a hilarious and surprisingly emotional journey as George grapples with the fact that his little girl is growing up and getting ready to start a new life—without him at the center of it.
Martin brings both heart and humor to the role, balancing outrageous reactions with those tender, quiet moments that sneak up on you. Diane Keaton plays his ever-patient wife Nina, and she’s as charming as ever. Kimberly Williams, in her film debut, plays Annie, and George Newbern appears as her fiancé Bryan. And then there’s Martin Short, stealing scenes as the over-the-top wedding planner Franck Eggelhoffer—you'll either be howling with laughter or raising an eyebrow at every word he says.
This airing is part of ABC’s Wonderful World of Disney Sunday night programming, which has become a go-to tradition for family-friendly favorites. It starts tonight at 8:35 PM Eastern Time and runs until 11 PM. If you've got access to ABC through cable, a TV antenna, or a live TV service like Hulu with Live TV, Fubo, or YouTube TV, you're all set. And if you're not able to catch the live broadcast, don’t worry— Father of the Bride is also streaming right now on Disney+.
Whether you’re watching it for the first time or revisiting it after many years, it’s one of those films that never really gets old. And with Steve Martin’s milestone birthday just around the corner, it’s a fitting reminder of the comedic brilliance and heart he’s brought to the screen for decades. So grab a blanket, maybe some tissues, and settle in for a feel-good classic tonight.
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