About Will Ferrell
John William Ferrell (born July 16, 1967) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer, known for his leading man roles in comedy films and his work as a television producer. Born in Irvine, California, he attended the University of Southern California and joined the comedy group The Groundlings, where he developed his improvisation skills. He first established himself as a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2002, known for impersonations including George W. Bush, before starring in a string of comedy films such as Elf (2003), Anchorman (2004), Talladega Nights (2006), and Step Brothers (2008). He founded the comedy website Funny or Die in 2007 with Adam McKay. Ferrell has received six Primetime Emmy Awards, including for producing the drama series Succession, and was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2011.
Videos (15)
Videos 1 to 15 of 15.
0:12Waking up not remembering how you got home... or if you're even home.
12.1K views
0:09Trying to hint at your parents to take you and your friends to the movies.
5.3K views
0:08Honestly, the best method to stay hydrated.
5.2K views
0:08Your family getting takeout without you.
5.1K views
0:07Questioning if people who wake up at 6 am to exercise actually exist.
4.6K views
0:16After you've had your third kid like:
4.4K views
0:11Trying to impress someone without knowing what you're talking about.
4K views
0:13When trying to act humbles goes a bit too far...
3.5K views
0:13When you have a different inside joke with someone else.
2.9K views
0:15Trying to talk trading with your peers, but knowing nothing about it.
2.9K views
0:12When an essay doesn't end with "... and then I woke up".
2.4K views
0:15Looking back at the cringey videos you took as a teen.
2.3K views
0:09Falling asleep watching YouTube then waking up at 3 am to videos like this:
2.2K views
0:11That one child free family member.
2.1K views
0:13Your bank account the day after you get paid.
1.6K viewsGuest appearances (103)
Videos on other comedians' channels featuring Will Ferrell.
Guest appearances 25 to 48 of 103.
21:42Will Ferrell Full Interview | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
1M views
14:05Will Ferrell on Being a Christmas Icon, Spirited with Ryan Reynolds & His Early Job as a Mall Santa
Jimmy Kimmel
864.3K views
1:29Three-Point Challenge with Will Ferrell
Jimmy Kimmel
831.4K views
6:31Will Ferrell and Seth Clear the Air
Seth Meyers
736.2K views
10:09Amazing Experiments with Science Bob Pflugfelder & Will Ferrell
Jimmy Kimmel
686.3K views
16:41Will Ferrell on His Surprise Appearances, Impression of Molly Shannon & His Predictions from 1995
Jimmy Kimmel
681.3K views
2:03Will Ferrell's Brother Terrorizes The Warner Brothers Lot | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
647.9K views
2:45Will Ferrell: John Madden Is Upset With Me | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
634.9K views
6:35Will Ferrell Was Mesmerized By The Eurovision Song Contest | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
614.2K views
8:46Paul Rudd Couldn’t Get Will Ferrell To Break On “Anchorman” | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
Conan O'Brien
611.4K views
4:51Will Ferrell Pulled His Hamstring In A Charity Soccer Match | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
584.5K views
1:24Will Ferrell Wants To See Conan "Smooth" 04/21/11 | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
584.2K views
3:38Will Ferrell on His Viral Commencement Speech
Jimmy Kimmel
549.1K views
5:18Luke Wilson's Funniest Will Ferrell Moment | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
Conan O'Brien
485.3K views
6:09Will Ferrell & Julia Louis-Dreyfus Were in the Neighborhood
Jimmy Kimmel
455.5K views
2:07Will Ferrell talks about his biggest SNL sketch failure Original Air Date: November 8, 2017
Seth Meyers
446K views
16:28Will Ferrell: “I just wish I looked more like you!”
Robert Brydon Jones
392.4K views
8:22Will Ferrell and Harper Steele Share Their Favorite Failed SNL Sketch
Seth Meyers
377K views
9:35Danny McBride & Will Ferrell's Spooky Visit To The Psycho House | Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
Conan O'Brien
362.7K views
4:43Will Ferrell's Shout-Outs - Late Night with Seth Meyers
Seth Meyers
338.6K views
2:45CONAN.XXX Presents: Will Ferrell In "Big Dick, Little Chicks" | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
294.9K views
4:48Will Ferrell Got Lost While Skiing in Switzerland
Seth Meyers
293.2K views
3:30Will Ferrell Was A Terrible Valet | CONAN on TBS
Conan O'Brien
292.9K views
7:21Sarah Sherman on SNL with Paul McCartney & Will Ferrell and Her Love of Making People Uncomfortable
Jimmy Kimmel
289.2K viewsChannels on this page: Conan O'Brien, Jimmy Kimmel, Seth Meyers, Robert Brydon Jones
Frequently asked questions
Where did Will Ferrell start in comedy?
Will Ferrell, born John William Ferrell on July 16, 1967 in Irvine, California, attended the University of Southern California and developed his improvisation skills with the comedy group The Groundlings.
When was Will Ferrell on Saturday Night Live?
He was a cast member on Saturday Night Live from 1995 to 2002, known for impersonations including George W. Bush.
What are Will Ferrell's best-known comedy films?
After leaving the show he starred in comedies such as Elf (2003), Anchorman (2004), Talladega Nights (2006) and Step Brothers (2008).
Who founded Funny or Die?
Will Ferrell founded the comedy website Funny or Die in 2007 together with Adam McKay.
How many Emmy Awards has Will Ferrell won?
Ferrell has received six Primetime Emmy Awards, including for producing the drama series Succession.
Has Will Ferrell won the Mark Twain Prize?
Yes. He was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2011.
