What Funny Will Ferrell Movies Can I Stream on Peacock Right Now?
Ahead of Will Ferrell's May 16 Saturday Night Live hosting gig, check out these films!
Former Saturday Night Live cast member Will Ferrell is returning to Studio 8H to host the final episode of Season 51 — a perfect way to end the season.
He'll be joined at the May 16 episode by the legendary Paul McCartney, who will serve as the episode's Musical Guest.
What years was Will Ferrell on SNL?
Ferrell joined the cast of SNL in 1995, staying seven seasons, through 2002. During his run from Season 21 through Season 27, his standout sketches included "Celebrity Jeopardy!," "More Cowbell," and numerous installments of "Spartan Cheerleaders."
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Ferrell's May appearance on SNL marks his sixth time as Host, having joined the show's Five-Timers Club in November of 2019.
If you just can't wait until May 16 to see Ferrell in all his glory on Saturday Night Live, take some time to watch some of his films to sustain you.
Check out these Will Ferrell movies that are streaming right now on Peacock!
Step Brothers (2008)
When fans think of Ferrell's funniest comedy roles, 2008's Step Brothers immediately comes to mind.
Starring opposite John C. Reilly as one of two man-children still living at home with their parents, the duo delivered countless quotable lines and memorable scenes that are still laugh-out-loud funny today. While some Ferrell fans consider Old School or Anchorman as the pinnacle of Ferrell's Hollywood comedy career, others know the truth — Step Brothers stands the test of time.
Watch Step Brothers on Peacock now!
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Stranger Than Fiction (2006)
In 2006, Ferrell proved that he had the dramatic chops to pull off a movie that wasn't a straight-up comedy. The romance comedy-drama flick Stranger Than Fiction follows Ferrell's character — a hapless IRS agent — whose life is changed when he begins hearing his own life being narrated with every waking move.
Watch Stranger Than Fiction on Peacock now!
Strays (2023)
In 2023's Strays, Ferrell voices one of the dogs in a crew who embark on the adventure of a lifetime. Utilizing real-life pup actors and a touch of CGI, the R-rated comedy features some raunchy language and is intended for adult audiences, so have the kids leave the room for this one!
Watch Strays on Peacock now!
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Despicable Me 4 (2024)
Although Ferrell didn't lend his voice to the first three movies in the animated film franchise, he made his debut in a big way in 2024's Despicable Me 4, voicing villain du jour Maxime Le Mal.
You won't want to miss his effortless — and hilarious — performance as the antagonist, who's so over-the-top that you can't help but find yourself rooting for him a little.
Watch Despicable Me 4 on Peacock now!
