Jason Bateman's Daughters Francesca and Maple Make Rare Public Appearance at TIFF

Jason Bateman's world premiere for Black Rabbit at the Toronto Film Festival became a family affair as his wife Amanda Anka, and their daughters Francesca and Maple, attended the Sept. 7 event.

By Brahmjot Kaur Sep 08, 2025 6:23 PM
| Updated Sep 08, 2025 8:54 PM
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Jason Bateman's kids are far from arrested development.

After all, the Juno star and wife Amanda Anka's daughters Francesca, 18, and Maple, 13, were all grown up as they attended the world premiere of his new series Black Rabbit at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival Sept. 7.

For the rare family outing, Jason arrived in a gray button-up and black pants and the Morning Show producer opted for black satin capri slacks and a matching buttoned vest. As for his teens, Francesca donned a black sheer mini dress with cascading ruffles while Maple wore a brown satin maxi dress.

The premiere comes nearly a decade after the four made their last public appearance together during Jason's Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in 2017. Although he and Amanda prefer to keep their personal life private, the Arrested Development alum has shared a glimpse into fatherhood.

"I guess you'd have to ask my kids what kind of a dad I am," he teased to The Daily Telegraph in 2014. "I think I'm a good one. We certainly have a lot of fun together. The transition from non-dad to dad was a very natural one for me."

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He emphasized that he and Amanda—who tied the knot in 2001—had the perfect timing for their family. The 56-year-old added, "I didn't take on earlier than I should have, and I think because of that it's been very comfortable and enjoyable."

Although the Emmy winner is grateful to have his girls supporting his acting career, he isn't too keen on them joining the family business.

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"I don't think I'd be super-supportive, only because I think any parent wants their child to go into a profession where, if they work hard and are the best at what they do, they're pretty much guaranteed employment and maybe even success," he reflected. "With show business, it's a lot less of a meritocracy. There are a lot of intangibles; a lot of luck."

"If they're starting at zero in any career, might as well pick one where, if they have a degree in it, they can anticipate some employment and maybe even good pay, promotion and longevity," he continued. "I'll encourage [them] to do anything but this."

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