Father Of The Bride -

: A lavish, often foreign or eccentric wedding coordinator takes over the house, further alienating the father from his own home.

: The daughter returns home and unexpectedly announces she is getting married to a man her father barely knows. Father of the Bride

: The most famous modern version stars Steve Martin as George Banks and Diane Keaton as Nina. It updates the story for a contemporary audience, featuring a flamboyant wedding planner named Franck (Martin Short) and George’s iconic grocery store breakdown over hot dog buns. : A lavish, often foreign or eccentric wedding

: Written by Edward Streeter, the satirical novel centers on Stanley Banks and his comedic, troublesome attempts to adapt to his daughter Kay's engagement. : A lavish

Regardless of the version, several key "beats" define the story: