Will Ferrell: From Documentary Success to New Comedy Ventures in 2025
Introduction: Comedy Legend Continues to Evolve
Will Ferrell remains one of Hollywood’s most versatile and beloved entertainers, seamlessly transitioning between comedy blockbusters and meaningful documentary work. In 2025, the Saturday Night Live alumnus continues to captivate audiences with projects that showcase both his comedic genius and his commitment to important social issues. His recent work demonstrates why he remains a vital voice in entertainment, balancing laughter with substance in ways that resonate with modern audiences.
Will & Harper: A Documentary Journey Making Waves
Will Ferrell’s Netflix documentary Will & Harper, which premiered at Sundance 2024 and hit Netflix in September, follows Ferrell and Harper Steele, longtime friends from their days on Saturday Night Live, as they embark on a cross-country road trip after Ferrell learns Steele is coming out as a trans woman. The documentary film follows best friends Will Ferrell and Harper Steele as they embark on a road trip after Steele tells Ferrell she is coming out as a trans woman. Although Will Ferrell jokingly told Oscar voters to “suck it” for failing to nominate his Netflix documentary Will & Harper, the doc’s creative team will be soaking up the love in London at the 2025 BAFTA Film Awards.
New Netflix Comedy Series in Production
A trip to the green is in full swing in an upcoming scripted series that will star Will Ferrell in his first TV comedy as a fictional golf legend. Will Ferrell, Luke Wilson, Molly Shannon will star in a comedy series about a fictional golf legend, with Chris Parnell and more actors joining Jimmy Tatro and Fortune Feimster in the cast. Will Ferrell is taking a brief breather from his new Netflix golf comedy after the actor recently suffered an injury off set, though it wasn’t serious, it was enough to keep him from filming scenes scheduled this week.
Upcoming Film Projects
Ferrell will star alongside Ryan Gosling in the action comedy movie ‘Tough Guys’, which follows two henchmen who grow weary of being expendable pawns and decide to forge their own path. Ferrell will star and produce Peter Atencio’s upcoming comedy movie ‘Street Justice’ for 20th Century Studios. Additionally, the actor will appear in ‘Playing POTUS’, a documentary about comedians who have parodied impressions of presidents, featuring Will Ferrell discussing his President George W. Bush portrayal.
Conclusion: A Legacy of Laughter and Meaning
Will Ferrell’s 2025 trajectory illustrates an entertainer at the height of his powers, unafraid to tackle both comedy and profound human stories. His willingness to use his platform for meaningful conversations, as demonstrated in Will & Harper, while simultaneously developing new comedic projects, proves his enduring relevance. For audiences and industry watchers alike, Ferrell’s continued evolution serves as a reminder that comedy can entertain while also fostering understanding and empathy. As he moves forward with multiple projects, fans can expect both the laughs they’ve come to love and the depth that makes his recent work so impactful.