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Why Him?

6.420161h 51mRMovieComedy

A dad forms a bitter rivalry with his daughter's young rich boyfriend.

DirectorJohn Hamburg
WritersJonah Hill·Ian Helfer
ProducersJames Franco·John Hamburg

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Cast · Directed by John Hamburg

BCBryan Cranston
Bryan Cranston
Ned Fleming
JFJames Franco
James Franco
Laird Mayhew
ZDZoey Deutch
Zoey Deutch
Stephanie Fleming
MMMegan Mullally
Megan Mullally
Barb Fleming
GGGriffin Gluck
Griffin Gluck
Scotty Fleming
KKKeegan-Michael Key
Keegan-Michael Key
Gustav
KCKaley Cuoco
Kaley Cuoco
Justine (voice)
CECedric the Entertainer
Cedric the Entertainer
Lou Dunne
ZPZack Pearlman
Zack Pearlman
Kevin Dingle
JHJee Young Han
Jee Young Han
Marnie Dingle
GH
Grace Hazelett
Vanessa Dingle
SH
Sadie Hazelett
Vanessa Dingle

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Why Him? — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Why Him??

Why Him? is streaming on YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Why Him? on Netflix?

No, Why Him? is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on YouTube TV.

Is Why Him? on Amazon Prime Video?

Why Him? isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Why Him? for free?

Why Him? is available on YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.