Relative Strangers Apr 2026

The film received generally poor reviews from critics, often described as a predictable "sitcom-level" romantic comedy. It currently holds a low critic score on platforms like Rotten Tomatoes , though some viewers appreciate it as an "underrated" comedy for its broad performances by DeVito and Bates.

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After learning the truth about his upbringing from his jealous brother, Richard sets out to meet his "true" parents, imagining them to be as refined as the adoptive family that raised him. Instead, Frank and Agnes move into his home, disrupting his professional career and relationship with his fiancée, Ellen (Neve Campbell). The comedy stems from the culture clash between Richard’s polished, self-help-oriented world and the Menures' loud, uninhibited lifestyle. Cast and Crew : Dr. Richard Clayton, the main protagonist. Danny DeVito : Frank Menure, the biological father. Kathy Bates : Agnes Menure, the biological mother. Neve Campbell : Ellen Minnola, Richard’s fiancée. Bob Odenkirk : Mitch Clayton, Richard's brother. The film received generally poor reviews from critics,