My Father the Hero

On a sun drenched vacation in the Bahamas, a teenage girl named Nicole is traveling with her divorced father, Andre. To impress a potential boyfriend, she spins a tale that her dad is actually her lover, hoping the lie will make him seem more exciting. Andre reluctantly plays along, juggling the pressure to keep up appearances with the risk that the whole charade could blow up in front of friends, family, and the man she hopes to lure. The premise kicks off a string of comic misunderstandings, awkward conversations, and island misadventures as they navigate misread signals, fake reputations, and a stubborn bond that keeps pulling them back to reality.

Directed by Steve Miner, the 1994 film is an American remake of the 1991 French comedy Mon pere ce hero. The screenplay credits Charlie Peters, with Francis Veber and Gerard Lauzier as originators; Gerard Depardieu stars as Andre opposite a young Katherine Heigl who plays Nicole, anchoring the film's family friendly vibe.

Critics treated the movie as a light, easygoing family comedy that leans on character work rather than sharp punch lines. Audiences react to the evolving dynamic between a protective father and his eager daughter, and to the humor that springs from mistaken identity and social missteps. The vacation setting gives the film a carefree vibe, while the underlying message about honesty, responsibility, and staying connected keeps the tone warm even as the ruses escalate.

It did not gather major awards or nominations, a fate common to easygoing 90s family comedies. The film is mainly noted for pairing a veteran star with a rising young actress and for its breezy premise rather than industry recognition.

It did not leave a lasting cultural footprint and is largely remembered as a mid 90s remake that offered simple laughs rather than a lasting quote or scene. It stands as a snapshot of lighthearted cross generational humor from that era, without becoming a touchstone.