In the category of pure speculation, we find out that Will Ferrell is considering a sequel to Anchorman.
FilmJunk says:
It seems that Will Ferrell is seriously contemplating a sequel to his popular comedy Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy. He has recently been performing some sketches as Ron Burgundy for the Funny or Die Stand Up Comedy Tour, and this reminded him how much he enjoys the character. While there is certainly nothing official in the works as of yet, I think it’s clear that there is a pretty massive fan base out there that would kill to see another Anchorman flick.
I kinda grew tired of the Will Ferrell comedy routine, but of all his films I can honestly say I liked his Anchorman character the most. He fell into that whole rut of unique characters that all just seem the same, like Jack Black or Jim Carrey. Sure, they are funny, but you just get tired of it.
However, one thing Ferrell always has going for him in his movies is a hillarious supporting cast. And that is the true genius of Will Ferrell comedies.
If this happens, it will bring together some of the funniest guys in movies today, and I will be eager to see it.
17 Comments, Comment or Ping
Anthony
I really disliked Anchorman and am not excited for a sequel. In fact, sequels are starting to bore me in general. Like 50% of your posts today are all reporting sequels or some sort of franchise expansion. It’s crazy. Well, on that note, I am also not a big fan of Will Ferrel either. But, thats me.
Feb 19th, 2008
The Other James Taylor
Wouldn’t “Wake Up, Ron Burgundy” technically be the sequel?
Feb 19th, 2008
bjon86
back when they were trynna get will ferrell in on an “oldschool two” there was a rumor that they were gonna put everybody in it, like all of Adam Sandler’s pepes and all the new Judd Apatow blood and all the Ben Stiller pepes and everything!
Maybe they’ll do something like that for the second anchorman even though the first one had a shit load of guest appearances. It still didn’t have em all.
Feb 19th, 2008
chris (the real one)
sweet….anchorman was classic….that basketball movie looks pretty good too. but i agree with the 1st post, sequels are starting to get on my nerves too….and all the original movies that look good to me are in limited release
but anchorman is cool
Feb 19th, 2008
alfie
the more i see of semi pro the more i am excited about it..
love me sexy IS the song of the year
Feb 20th, 2008
Mozzerino
I would love a ANCHORMAN-sequel, but only if they get the whole gang back together, which could be difficult, cause guys like Steve Carrell and Paul Rudd have become much more famous since the first time.
The good thing about something like ANCHORMAN is that it’s easy to do a sequel, because in a movie like this you don’t really need a story. It could be 90min of those four guys sitting in a room ad-libbing away and it would still be funny.
Feb 20th, 2008
Sardaukar
I heard a rumor a loooong time ago (couple years at least) about “Ron Burgundy: Foreign Correspondent” being in the works. I wonder if this is it finally coming to fruition?
Feb 20th, 2008
nbakid2000
I am one of the only people I know that absolutely despised Anchorman. I honestly feel the only good movies Will Ferrell has done were “Roxbury” and “Stranger Than Fiction”. The rest of them have been absolutely shit (that I’ve seen) and grade B.
However, Semi-Pro looks funny so far and I’m willing to give it a chance.
Feb 20th, 2008
chris (the real one)
im noticed a lot of hate for achorman. i do respect ur opinions but may i ask why. i thought it was comedy gold, true will ferrell is indeed a one trick pony but the ron burgundy character is priceless…..just wanna know what u guys think
Feb 20th, 2008
Maddy
Not all good films HAVE to be made into a sequal. I absolutely loved and still love Anchorman, It is quite possibly my favorite film, not that i wouldn’t go and see the second one if it were to be made its just i think Anchorman was good enough in itself, it doesn’t need anything to be added to it. I don’t want my memory of he origional film to be tarnished with a sequal that wasn’t as good as the first don’t get me wrong i know it would be hilarious, Im a HUGE Will Ferrell fan but this movie was just too perfect i don’t think it can be topped anyways love and peace xx Maddy xx
Feb 22nd, 2008
Eric
I find it funny that he is back-tracking on his statement in a past interview that he would never do a sequel.
Funny I guess, what Money will drive you to. Especially since 90% of his films suck, IMO. The dude is just like Carrey, the same guy in every movie he does. It’s used, old and washed up. I personally wish the guy would just go away.
Feb 22nd, 2008
Branden
If you people do not like sequels, then dont go see them, no one is forcing you! Will Farrell is a genius at what he does, and and Anchorman Sequel would top the charts due to the success of the last one. You people dont know what your talking about. Bring on Anchorman 2!!!!!
Feb 26th, 2008
Tired of Will
Honestly now after seeing his latest flop Step Brothers, which did make money it was no different from Semi Pro. Both films are just TIRED of worn out. I use to always want to see Will Ferrell movies, now I dont even bother. Blades of Glory was his last good film, everything since has been done already 10 times over now.
Dont want Anchorman 2 nor The legend of Ricky Bobby 2. Just stop already
Jul 31st, 2008
anchrman
I THINK THIS IS THE MOST WONDERFUL IDEA EVER.
i mean seriously, anchorman was the best movie i have ever! seen in my like, i mean.
the humor in it is amazing.
the language is somewhat “dirty”
but its still wonderful
i would see this sequal hundreds of time.
iloveanchorman
just like the actual move.
Aug 6th, 2008
waterhouseman
Will Ferrell is the funniest guy ! Anchorman is the best movie ever, i could watch it over and over…if you dont love it, you have no sense of humor what so ever….and I would understand why you wouldn’t want a sequel…also it is just rumors….sounds too good to be true
Sep 18th, 2008
Tits Mcgee
how about anchorlady?
Oct 21st, 2008
Champion Kind
They need to make an Anchorman PREQUEL. A story of how the news team came together. That would be amazing!
Nov 4th, 2008
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