Determining the "best" Will Ferrell movie is subjective and depends on individual taste, but several films are consistently highly rated by critics and audiences alike.
According to Rotten Tomatoes, The Lego Movie (2014) holds the top spot with a 96% rating. Ferrell voices Lord Business, the antagonist in this animated film, which was a critical and box office success, grossing $470.8 million worldwide.
Other highly-rated Will Ferrell movies by Rotten Tomatoes include:
* Barbie (2023) - 88%
* Elf (2003) - 85%
* The Other Guys (2010) - 79%
* Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013) - 75%
* Stranger Than Fiction (2006) - 73%
* Everything Must Go (2010) - 73%
* Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006) - 71%
While The Lego Movie is critically acclaimed, many consider Elf and Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy to be among his most iconic and beloved live-action comedies. Elf is a holiday classic where Ferrell plays Buddy, a human raised by elves. Anchorman features Ferrell as the "cluelessly charismatic" Ron Burgundy and is known for being endlessly quotable.
Stranger Than Fiction is also notable for showcasing Ferrell's dramatic range, earning him a Golden Globe nomination for his performance as an IRS agent who begins to hear a narration of his life.
Ultimately, the "best" Will Ferrell movie often comes down to personal preference for his particular brand of humor, whether it's the absurd antics of Talladega Nights, the man-child comedy of Step Brothers, or the heartwarming charm of Elf.