Best Will Ferrell Movies Ranked: Every Will Ferrell Movie Plus Our Top 5
- Brian Page
- Jun 24
- 4 min read
Ranking each movie started in a bar 90 minutes before the U.S. World Cup game against Australia. It was full of people who arrived early to get a good seat, looking for a bit of time to kill. Together, we wrote down every Will Ferrell flick. I made copies for everyone, and we voted. There were around 20 of us.
What follows is the list of Will Ferrell movies in alphabetical order. I conclude the post with their top 5 rankings.
Will Ferrell Movies
 | Will Ferrell and Chris Kattan reprise their popular Saturday Night Live characters as two nightclub-obsessed brothers desperate to become part of the Los Angeles nightlife scene. Their misguided adventures, awkward dance moves, and relentless optimism create a goofy lovable comedy. |
 | Ron Burgundy is the egotistical star of a San Diego news team whose world is turned upside down when a talented female anchor joins the station. The film blends absurd humor, quotable dialogue, and outrageous characters into one of Ferrell's signature comedies. |
 | Ron Burgundy reunites his news team to conquer the emerging world of 24-hour cable news. Bigger and even more absurd than the original, the sequel delivers plenty of callbacks while introducing a new generation of outrageous antics. |
 | After being banned from men's figure skating, two bitter rivals discover a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team. Their unlikely partnership leads to increasingly ridiculous routines and nonstop physical comedy. |
 | A veteran congressman faces an unexpectedly formidable challenger (Zach Galifianakis) in a hilariously dirty political race. The film satirizes modern elections, campaign finance, and media manipulation through increasingly outrageous situations. |
 | A gentle stepfather's efforts to win over his stepchildren are disrupted when their confident biological father suddenly returns. Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg play off each other's contrasting personalities in a family comedy about parenting and competition. |
 | The fathers from the first film (Daddy's Home) attempt to celebrate Christmas together, only to have their own fathers complicate the holidays. The movie expands the family dynamic while delivering festive humor and heartfelt moments. |
 | Buddy, a human raised by Santa's elves, travels to New York City to find his biological father and discover where he truly belongs. Filled with heart, memorable quotes, and holiday spirit, it has become one of the most beloved Christmas movies ever made. |
 | A wealthy hedge fund manager hires a car wash owner to prepare him for prison after being convicted of fraud. The comedy explores culture clashes and mistaken assumptions while relying on the chemistry between Ferrell and Kevin Hart. |
 | A mild-mannered father becomes increasingly obsessed with coaching his son's youth soccer team after competing against his ultra-competitive father. The movie mixes family-friendly humor with Ferrell's trademark over-the-top commitment to ridiculous situations. |
 | Three middle-aged friends start a college fraternity in an attempt to relive their glory days. Will Ferrell led a star studded cast (Vince Vaughn, Luke Wilson, Ellen Pompeo, Juliette Lewis, Jeremy Piven) to make the film one of the defining comedies of the early 2000s. |
 | Two overlooked New York City detectives finally get a chance to prove themselves after the department's superstar cops are out of the picture. Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg form an unlikely comedic duo in this action-comedy that satirizes buddy-cop movies. |
 | Ferrell stars as Jackie Moon, a one-hit-wonder singer who owns, coaches, and plays for a struggling ABA basketball team trying to survive a league merger. The movie affectionately pokes fun at 1970s basketball while showcasing Ferrell's improvisational humor. |
 | This modern musical reimagines A Christmas Carol from the perspective of the ghosts who transform miserable people into better versions of themselves. Ferrell and Ryan Reynolds deliver comedy, elaborate musical numbers, and plenty of holiday charm. |
 | Two middle-aged, unemployed men become stepbrothers when their parents marry, sparking an immature rivalry before eventually becoming best friends. The film's absurd premise, unforgettable scenes, and endless quotable moments have made it a modern comedy classic. |
 | NASCAR superstar Ricky Bobby has everything until a rival driver challenges his dominance and forces him to rediscover his confidence. Packed with outrageous satire and unforgettable one-liners, it's widely considered one of Ferrell's funniest collaborations with director Adam McKay. |
 | Two lifelong friends regularly crash weddings until one wedding changes everything. Will Ferrell appears as Chazz Reinhold, a legendary former wedding crasher whose outrageous advice and unforgettable scenes have made his cameo one of the most quoted moments in the film. |
 | When two weddings are accidentally booked at the same island venue on the same weekend, the fathers of the brides engage in an escalating battle over the shared space. Ferrell and Reese Witherspoon headline this wedding comedy filled with misunderstandings, rivalry, and heartfelt family moments. |
 | Will Ferrell plays Mugatu, the flamboyant and outrageously eccentric fashion designer who serves as the film’s main villain. With his wild outfits, over-the-top personality, and unforgettable one-liners, Mugatu masterminds a bizarre plot while satirizing the excesses of the fashion industry. |
 | Will Ferrell reprises his role as the flamboyant fashion villain Mugatu after escaping prison. Although not the lead, his over-the-top performance remains one of the film's comedic highlights. |
Top 5 Will Ferrell Movies of All Time
The biggest disagreements of those who voted came down to when we were born. Those born after 1985 didn’t appreciate Old School like those of us born before 1985.
Top 5 Will Ferrell Movies of All Time (according to the bar)
1. Old School
2. Stepbrothers
3. Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
4. Wedding Crashers
5. Elf
My Top 10 Will Ferrell Movies of All Time
1. Old School
2. Wedding Crashers
3. Elf
4. The Campaign
5. Stepbrothers
6. Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
7. Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby
8. Daddy's Home
9. Get Hard
10. Kicking & Screaming
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