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Netflix: James Franco and Zoey Deutch's rom-com, Why Him?, hits Top 10 worldwide

More than a decade later, this rom-com with Zoey Deutch and James Franco continues to thrive on a grand scale, but this time on Netflix, where it has become a Top 10 film worldwide. Check out the details.

James Franco and Zoey Deutch in Why Him?
© IMDbJames Franco and Zoey Deutch in Why Him?

When it comes to classic romantic comedies, Why Him? definitely makes the list. Released in 2016, it starred two of the prominent actors of the time: James Franco and Zoey Deutch, who has repeatedly shined in the genre.

The film explores themes such as generational differences, parental expectations and the acceptance of children’s choices, as well as addressing the impact of technology and social media on personal relationships.

This week, the film directed by John Hamburg (Along Came Polly) has become the tenth most-watched movie on Netflix worldwide, reclaiming its spot as a trending title and displacing other well-known productions.

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Why Him? ranked No. 10 movie on Netflix worldwide

Netflix usually updates its Top 10 worldwide both in the morning and in the afternoon, and today it was confirmed that Why Him? continues to be the tenth most-watched movie in the catalog, according to the specialized site Flix Patrol.

Despite the mixed reception the rom-com received at the time, it still has many viewers who enjoy its absurd humor and the energetic performances of its leads, which were highlights for many.

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The story follows Ned Fleming, a concerned father who travels to visit his daughter at college and discovers that she is dating an eccentric young millionaire named Laird Mayhew.

Bryan Cranston plays the father Ned, while Zoey Deutch portrays his daughter Stephanie and the co-star of this zany love and comedy story. As expected, James Franco was chosen to play the eccentric Laird.

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Ariadna, a Journalism graduate from Tea and Deportea in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been a key member of the Spoiler US team since its inception in 2023, where she covers a wide range of topics including entertainment, cinema, interviews, television programs, lifestyle, celebrity news, influencers, streaming platforms, pop culture, and reality shows. Before her role at Spoiler US, Ariadna joined Bolavip US in 2022, contributing to a diverse array of content areas. Her career began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, and she has also written about various cultural events for Spoiler Latinoamerica in 2023. With over three years of experience in journalism across various media outlets, Ariadna continues to broaden her expertise and impact in the field.

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