😂Best Will Ferrell Movies Ranked

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy▲ Rising

Ferrell's news-anchor persona turned a silly premise into an instant quotable classic that defined mid-2000s comedy. The 2004 hit launched catchphrases still used today and proved Ferrell could carry a theatrical franchise. Its sequel could not match the original's lightning-in-a-bottle timing.

Year: 2004Worldwide Gross: 90 $MIMDb Rating: 7.2/10Runtime: 94 minAnimated: —

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Step Brothers▲ Rising

The 2008 R-rated comedy paired Ferrell with John C. Reilly for an extended riff on arrested development that became a cult favorite. Its improvised-feeling scenes produced some of Ferrell's most unhinged moments. The movie's cult status grew steadily through home video.

Year: 2008Worldwide Gross: 128 $MIMDb Rating: 6.9/10Runtime: 98 minAnimated: —

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Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby▲ Rising

Ferrell's NASCAR satire mixed over-the-top racing gags with sharp Southern-culture jabs that landed perfectly in 2006. The film proved he could anchor a sports parody while delivering memorable supporting turns from Sacha Baron Cohen. Its quotability rivals Anchorman.

Year: 2006Worldwide Gross: 163 $MIMDb Rating: 6.6/10Runtime: 108 minAnimated: —

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The Other Guys▲ Rising

Ferrell's mismatched-cop routine opposite Mark Wahlberg delivered 2010's funniest action-comedy set pieces and a surprisingly catchy theme song. The film balanced parody with genuine thrills better than most entries in the genre. Its box-office performance confirmed Ferrell's draw in ensemble vehicles.

Year: 2010Worldwide Gross: 170 $MIMDb Rating: 6.6/10Runtime: 107 minAnimated: —

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Blades of Glory▲ Rising

Ferrell's figure-skating parody with Jon Heder turned 2007 into a year of ridiculous costumes and physical gags that paid off at the box office. The film proved Ferrell could carry a sports comedy without a traditional team dynamic. Its ice-routine finale became the signature moment.

Year: 2007Worldwide Gross: 146 $MIMDb Rating: 6.3/10Runtime: 93 minAnimated: —

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Old School▲ Rising

Ferrell's 2003 breakout role in the frat-house comedy established his man-child persona for a new generation of viewers. The film launched the "Frat Pack" era and gave him his first major theatrical success. Its party scenes remain staples of college comedy reruns.

Year: 2003Worldwide Gross: 87 $MIMDb Rating: 7/10Runtime: 92 minAnimated: —

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Elf▲ Rising

Ferrell's childlike Buddy brought holiday warmth to a fish-out-of-water story that became a perennial December staple. The 2003 family comedy showed his physical comedy could work without cynicism. Its rewatch value keeps it near the top of every holiday ranking.

Year: 2003Worldwide Gross: 220 $MIMDb Rating: 7.1/10Runtime: 97 minAnimated: —

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Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga

Ferrell's 2020 Netflix musical comedy leaned into heartfelt absurdity and catchy original songs that found a pandemic audience. The film revived his musical-comedy side after years of straight comedies. Its streaming numbers proved lasting demand for Ferrell-led vehicles.

Year: 2020Worldwide Gross: —IMDb Rating: 6.5/10Runtime: 123 minAnimated: —

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The Campaign

Ferrell's 2012 political satire opposite Zach Galifianakis delivered timely election-year laughs and strong opening-weekend numbers. The film showed Ferrell could still headline a mid-budget comedy with sharp timing. Its debate scenes remain the comedic highlight.

Year: 2012Worldwide Gross: 105 $MIMDb Rating: 6.1/10Runtime: 85 minAnimated: —

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The Lego Movie▲ Rising

Ferrell's brief but memorable President Business voice turn helped the 2014 animated phenomenon reach blockbuster status. His straight-man corporate villain contrasted nicely with the film's anarchic humor. The role showed his range extended beyond lead parts.

Year: 2014Worldwide Gross: 468 $MIMDb Rating: 7.7/10Runtime: 100 minAnimated: ✓

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Megamind▲ Rising

Ferrell voiced the blue supervillain in DreamWorks' 2010 animated hit, showing his comedic timing translated well to voice work. The film flipped superhero tropes with clever writing and strong vocal chemistry. Its cult status among animation fans keeps it in conversation.

Year: 2010Worldwide Gross: 322 $MIMDb Rating: 7.3/10Runtime: 96 minAnimated: ✓

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Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues

The 2013 sequel expanded the news-team universe to 24-hour cable and earned solid box office despite critical ambivalence. Ferrell's Ron Burgundy remained the chaotic center of the ensemble. Its extended cut added extra gags for fans.

Year: 2013Worldwide Gross: 174 $MIMDb Rating: 6.3/10Runtime: 119 minAnimated: —

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Holmes & Watson

The 2018 Sherlock parody paired Ferrell with John C. Reilly again but landed as one of Ferrell's lowest-grossing and lowest-rated releases. Its premise could not overcome a troubled production and poor word-of-mouth. The film stands as a rare late-career misstep.

Year: 2018Worldwide Gross: 40 $MIMDb Rating: 3.9/10Runtime: 90 minAnimated: —

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Semi-Pro▲ Rising

Ferrell's 2008 basketball comedy mixed 1970s ABA absurdity with solid supporting turns from Woody Harrelson. The film underperformed relative to expectations but found a modest cult audience on home video. Its on-court gags showcased Ferrell's physical timing.

Year: 2008Worldwide Gross: 44 $MIMDb Rating: 5.8/10Runtime: 91 minAnimated: —

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Zoolander

Ferrell's 2001 supporting turn as the villainous Mugatu gave the fashion satire one of its most memorable set pieces. The film launched a franchise and showed Ferrell could steal scenes in ensemble comedies. Its runway moment remains iconic.

Year: 2001Worldwide Gross: 61 $MIMDb Rating: 6.5/10Runtime: 89 minAnimated: —

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Kicking & Screaming

Ferrell's 2005 soccer-dad comedy showed he could carry a PG-rated family vehicle with competitive energy. The film earned respectable returns and proved his appeal beyond R-rated fare. Its father-son arc gave the slapstick emotional grounding.

Year: 2005Worldwide Gross: 56 $MIMDb Rating: 5.6/10Runtime: 95 minAnimated: —

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Get Hard

Ferrell's 2015 prison-prep comedy opposite Kevin Hart leaned on broad stereotypes and earned mixed reviews despite solid opening numbers. The film showed Ferrell could still open wide releases in the mid-2010s. Its tone proved too broad for many critics.

Year: 2015Worldwide Gross: 111 $MIMDb Rating: 6/10Runtime: 100 minAnimated: —

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Curious George▼ Falling

Ferrell voiced the Man with the Yellow Hat in the 2006 animated adaptation aimed at younger audiences. The family-friendly role expanded his appeal beyond adult comedies. Its modest success showed versatility in voice work.

Year: 2006Worldwide Gross: 70 $MIMDb Rating: 6.5/10Runtime: 87 minAnimated: ✓

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Stranger than Fiction

Ferrell's 2006 dramatic turn as an IRS agent facing existential questions proved he could handle non-comedic material. The film earned critical praise and showed range beyond pure comedy. Its modest box office reflected the shift in expectations.

Year: 2006Worldwide Gross: 53 $MIMDb Rating: 7.5/10Runtime: 113 minAnimated: —

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Land of the Lost

The 2009 sci-fi comedy adaptation leaned on Ferrell's bewildered reactions amid dinosaur chaos but failed to match earlier successes. Its visual gags and big-budget effects could not overcome a weak script. The film marked a rare theatrical misfire for Ferrell.

Year: 2009Worldwide Gross: 69 $MIMDb Rating: 5.3/10Runtime: 102 minAnimated: —

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Bewitched

Ferrell's 2005 supporting role in the Nicole Kidman remake added meta-comedy to a troubled production. The film underperformed but gave Ferrell a chance to riff on sitcom conventions. Its box-office disappointment did not derail his leading-man trajectory.

Year: 2005Worldwide Gross: 68 $MIMDb Rating: 4.8/10Runtime: 102 minAnimated: —

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Everything Must Go▼ Falling

Ferrell's 2010 dramatic lead role in the Raymond Carver adaptation further demonstrated his dramatic chops in a quiet character study. The film received respectful reviews but limited commercial reach. It remains a key example of his non-comedic work.

Year: 2010Worldwide Gross: 1 $MIMDb Rating: 6.4/10Runtime: 97 minAnimated: —

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The Producers

Ferrell's 2005 supporting turn in the Mel Brooks musical adaptation showcased his stage-comedy timing in a big-screen transfer. The film earned mixed reviews but highlighted his willingness to take on ensemble musical roles. Its limited impact kept it from higher rankings.

Year: 2005Worldwide Gross: 38 $MIMDb Rating: 6.3/10Runtime: 134 minAnimated: —

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Daddy's Home▼ Falling

The 2015 family comedy paired Ferrell with Mark Wahlberg for a stepdad rivalry that delivered broad laughs and solid theatrical returns. It proved Ferrell could still open a PG-13 comedy in the 2010s. The sequel repeated the formula with mixed results.

Year: 2015Worldwide Gross: 240 $MIMDb Rating: 6.1/10Runtime: 96 minAnimated: —

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Downhill▼ Falling

Ferrell's 2020 remake of Force Majeure paired him with Julia Louis-Dreyfus for a marital comedy-drama that earned mixed notices. The film attempted to blend humor with relationship tension but struggled to find an audience. It marked another step into dramatic territory.

Year: 2020Worldwide Gross: 9 $MIMDb Rating: 4.9/10Runtime: 86 minAnimated: —

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