Will Ferrell: All Upcoming Movies and TV Shows in 2024 and 2025

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Will Ferrell emerged as a breakout star on ‘Saturday Night Live’ in the mid-1990s and quickly established himself as a comedic force to be reckoned with. His journey from ‘SNL’ to Hollywood’s silver screens made him a leading man in comedy films, earning him a well-deserved spot in the revered “Frat Pack,” a group of iconic Hollywood comic actors. Ferrell’s filmography boasts an impressive array of performances, from the endearing Buddy the Elf in ‘Elf’ to the unforgettable Ron Burgundy in ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy.’

The actor further showcases his dramatic chops and versatility through his thought-provoking performances in ‘Stranger than Fiction’ and ‘Everything Must Go.’ He has also proven his mettle as a television producer with his involvement in HBO’s ‘Succession,’ ABC’s ‘Live in Front of a Studio Audience,’ and Netflix’s ‘Dead to Me.’ Due to his incredible filmography, Ferrell’s projects always generate immense excitement among the audience. If you are wondering what films and television shows the actor is going to be a part of next, we have got you covered!

1. Despicable Me 4 (2024)

Directed by Chris Renaud and Patrick Delage, ‘Despicable Me 4’ is the fourth installment of the animated comedy franchise ‘Despicable Me’ and will see the return of the lovable villain-turned-savior Gru, his daughters Margo, Edith, and Agnes, and his new wife Lucy. We also have a new member little Gru Jr., son of Gru and Lucy. But although it seems that their family is complete, they are forced to flee as an old enemy of Gru named Maxime Le Mal has escaped from prison and seeks revenge. Le Mal is joined by his girlfriend Valentina. Will Ferrell has voiced Maxime Le Mal while Sofia Vergara has voiced Valentina. Steve Carrell returns to voice Gru, Kristen Wiig is back as Lucy, and Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier, and Madison Polan lend their voices to Margo, Edith, and Agnes respectively. The story has been written by Ken Daurio and Mike White. ‘Despicable Me 4’ will hit theaters on July 5, 2024. You can check out the official trailer here.

2. You’re Cordially Invited (TBA)

A comedy film starring and co-produced by Ferrell, ‘You’re Cordially Invited’ is about a bride-father duo and another bride-sister duo who unknowingly book the same wedding venue and decide to share it, only for the decision to result in chaos. Geraldine Viswanathan plays the first bride with Ferrell appearing as her father. Meredith Hagner and Reese Witherspoon play the second bride and her sister respectively. The rest of the cast includes Celia Weston, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Leanne Morgan, Jimmy Tatro, Zamani Wilder, etc. The project, directed by Nicholas Stoller, is currently under post-production. The film will arrive on Amazon Prime Video but the exact release date has not been unveiled yet.

3. Untitled Golf Series (TBA)

Ferrell is to star in a yet-untitled comedy series that revolves around golf. It tells the story of a professional golfer, most probably played by Ferrell, who becomes the face of a new league that is competing with the PGA (Professional Golfers’ Association of America). It thus seems to be basing itself on the real-life Saudi Public Investment Fund-backed LIV Golf League that was launched in 2021 as PGA’s direct competitor. Ferrell also serves as an executive producer with Jessica Elbaum under the banner of Gloria Sanchez Productions, in association with Rian Johnson and Ram Bergman’s T-Street Productions. Considering Ferrell is an avid lover of the sport as well as a player, his casting is befitting but no other cast member has been revealed. The project is currently in its pre-production stages and further reports about a director, writer, the beginning of production, and a potential release year if not a date are all awaited.

4. Madden (TBA)

Ferrell is stepping into the shoes of NFL legend John Madden in ‘Madden.’ The film tells the story of a former head coach, who, after his retirement upon winning the Super Bowl, partners with a Harvard programmer to build the world’s first football video game and re-write his legacy. The project is helmed by ‘Amsterdam’ and ‘American Hustle’ director David O. Russell. While Ferrell was reported to be in talks to headline the film as Madden, the rest of the cast has not been confirmed yet. Russell is directing the theatrical feature for Amazon/MGM and the project is currently in the pre-production stage.

5. Boy Band (TBA)

‘Boy Band’ is a comedy film with Ryan Reynolds attached to the same as an actor and producer. Reynolds also wrote the script along with Jesse Andrews (‘Me and Earl and the Dying Girl’). While the plot details have been kept under wraps, Ferrell is likely to star in the film along with Reynolds, marking their reunion after the 2022 Apple TV+ hit ‘Spirited.’ The director of the project hasn’t been announced yet but Shawn Levy (‘Free Guy,’ ‘The Adam Project,’ and ‘Deadpool 3’), who serves as a producer of the film, is reportedly considering the same as a potential directing vehicle. The film is currently under pre-production with no release date attached.

6. Untitled eSports Film (TBA)

Ferrell is portraying the role of a professional eSports team member in an untitled comedy film produced by Legendary Pictures. The film tells the story of an aging eSports competitor, who is considered an anomaly in the sport where most of the players are teenagers. However, he goes against all odds and challenges the young players. The film was first announced in 2016 and ‘Fist Fight’ director Richie Keen came on board to helm the project in 2019. Since then, there have been no updates about the film’s production although it has reached its pre-production stage.

7. The Prince of Fashion (TBA)

‘The Prince of Fashion’ is a comedy film based on Michael Chabon’s GQ article ‘My Son, The Prince of Fashion,’ which follows a father who takes his passionate-about-fashion son to the Men’s Fashion Week in Paris. The Academy Award-nominated director Gus Van Sant (‘Good Will Hunting’ and ‘Milk’) is at the helm of the project, with Ferrell producing and starring in the same. Other cast members haven’t been revealed yet. The film was officially announced in 2018 but there haven’t been any recent developments concerning the production.

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