The Best Man (1999 film)

The Best Man is a 1999 American comedy drama film written and directed by Malcolm D. Lee in his directorial debut. It was produced by 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, with Lee's cousin, Spike Lee, serving as producer. The film stars an ensemble cast led by Taye Diggs and Nia Long, with the debut of Regina Hall. The film was released by Universal Pictures on October 22, 1999 to positive reviews from critics while grossing $34.5 million against a $9 million budget.

A Christmas-themed sequel, The Best Man Holiday, was released on November 15, 2013, with a reunited cast, followed by a limited series, The Best Man: The Final Chapters which was released on December 22, 2022.