- Released on June 28, 2004
Welcome to the madcap world of "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy", a riotous comedy set in the vibrant era of the 1970s. Our protagonist, Ron Burgundy, portrayed by the hilarious Will Ferrell, is the epitome of the classic anchorman - suave, charming, and with a voice that could make a grown man weep. Burgundy is the king of his domain, the San Diego local news scene, where his word is law and his opinion is the only one that matters. He is surrounded by his team of equally eccentric newsmen, forming the most formidable news team this side of the Mississippi.
The calm waters of Burgundy's smoothly running news empire are about to be disrupted by the arrival of a new employee, the ambitious and talented reporter Veronica Corningstone, played by the delightful Christina Applegate. Corningstone is a woman on a mission, and she is not about to let a little thing like Burgundy's ego get in her way. She is determined to shake things up, challenge the status quo, and claim her place in the male-dominated world of broadcast journalism. Her arrival at the station sets off a series of hilarious events that will have you laughing until your sides hurt.
"Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy" is a classic comedy that combines witty dialogue, slapstick humor, and a healthy dose of absurdity. The chemistry between Ferrell and Applegate is electric, and their characters' constant power struggle is a joy to watch. The film is a hilarious commentary on the world of broadcast journalism, with its behind-the-scenes politics and overinflated egos. But at its heart, it's a story about change, about the old guard grappling with the new, and about the unexpected places where we find friendship and love. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. Because, as Ron Burgundy would say, "This is going to be legen- wait for it - dary!"
Full Cast of Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy
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Monique McIntyre
Bob Rummler
Charles Poynter
Esmerelda McQuillan
Angela Grillo
Lionel Allen
Trina D. Johnson
Fred Dresch
Glen Hambly
Stuart Gold
Jack Black
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Ben Stiller
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Tim Robbins
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