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Will & Harper

  • 2024
  • R
  • 1h 54m
IMDb RATING
7.4/10
13K
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Will Ferrell and Harper Steele in Will & Harper (2024)
In this intimate portrayal of friendship, transition, and America, Will Ferrell and his close friend of thirty years decide to go on a cross-country road trip to explore a new chapter in their relationship.
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In this intimate portrayal of friendship, transition and America, Will Ferrell and his close friend of thirty years decide to go on a cross-country road trip to explore a new chapter in thei... Read allIn this intimate portrayal of friendship, transition and America, Will Ferrell and his close friend of thirty years decide to go on a cross-country road trip to explore a new chapter in their relationship.In this intimate portrayal of friendship, transition and America, Will Ferrell and his close friend of thirty years decide to go on a cross-country road trip to explore a new chapter in their relationship.

  • Director
    • Josh Greenbaum
  • Stars
    • Will Ferrell
    • Harper Steele
    • Tina Fey
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.4/10
    13K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    4,316
    51
    • Director
      • Josh Greenbaum
    • Stars
      • Will Ferrell
      • Harper Steele
      • Tina Fey
    • 110User reviews
    • 54Critic reviews
    • 74Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys
      • 13 wins & 58 nominations total

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    Will Ferrell
    Will Ferrell
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    Harper Steele
    Harper Steele
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    Tina Fey
    Tina Fey
    • Self
    Will Forte
    Will Forte
    • Self
    Dana Garber
    • Self
    Eric Holcomb
    Eric Holcomb
    • Self
    Colin Jost
    Colin Jost
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    Tim Meadows
    Tim Meadows
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    Seth Meyers
    Seth Meyers
    • Self
    Lorne Michaels
    Lorne Michaels
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    Tracy Morgan
    Tracy Morgan
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    Paula Pell
    Paula Pell
    • Self
    Molly Shannon
    Molly Shannon
    • Self
    Kristen Wiig
    Kristen Wiig
    • Self
    Darrell Hammond
    Darrell Hammond
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    • (uncredited)
    Adrian Martinez
    Adrian Martinez
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    • (uncredited)
    Rachel McAdams
    Rachel McAdams
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    • (uncredited)
    Ryan Reynolds
    Ryan Reynolds
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    • (archive footage)
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Josh Greenbaum
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    9Nyanderc

    Land of the free, what a joke - this documentary underlines the hyprocracy

    My first review and not a long one.

    Great movie about friendship, being who you are and how difficult it is to be, if you are not like the majority.

    It also shows, that most people are okay with it all, once they meet you and not just hate from home.

    As a Dane this is a movie about what is right in the world - the friendship and love through acceptance and a deep connection between people.

    At the same time it shows how broken America is, with all the hate and even laws against people basic rights like who you wanna be or abortion etc.

    Loved the genuine conduct of Will and Harper, no acting just them.

    A much watch movie for everyone who either needs to find acceptance or need to understand that it doesn't hurt them, that someone is different.
    10benlieber

    Touching Documentary Of Friendship and Allyship

    Just saw the premiere. It hasn't sold but oh boy it will. It's well worth a watch when it gets distributed. Saw it with my father who is around Wills age, and who appears to be the target demo for this type of film. He came away with a whole new perspective on trans people and ally-ship. But it isn't so preachy that it will turn off this audience and has equal laughs mixed in with the heartfelt moments of Will and Harper's friendship.

    Their chemistry together is electric, even at the moments where Will struggles with some of the serious situations and as he tried to treat parts as a comedy act. But this ultimately appears to lead to growth for Will in what it means to be an ally.

    No doubt some will take issue with Wills levity but it really adds a whole dimension to what happens when a friend comes out. There is an awkward adjustment phase, but in the end the cameras and the situation melt away.

    My only complaint is that Sundance's program director sucks at Q&A and constantly gets bailed out by talented people like Will and Harper.
    8justinhygelund

    My comment to the hate.

    This documentary is going to influence so many lives. For those of you who don't understand that statement, let me explain. No one chooses to be "different" but society sets down a strict set of rules that they feel they are entitled to have, causing people like Harper to live a life they never felt alive in. Nothing is more beautiful and freeing then just letting others peacefully be their authentic selves. And if I need to explain what I mean by that as well I will. Being your authentic self means not causing harm to others while doing what you want with your body and soul and that's exactly what Harper is doing here, she's radiating joy because for once in her life she's free to live the life people have forbidden her to live. To be hateful in the face of joy is such a miserable thing, so why don't we watch this documentary and allow the joy of Harper's fresh start consume us. So to all of the comments speaking true to the hate and fear they were taught when their minds were still pure, just stop. It is okay to allow the happiness of others. It won't hurt you to watch this documentary and just for a moment allow yourself to forget all the hate you were taught and be a kid again.

    Thank you.
    10deborah-99172

    GROUNDBREAKING, POIGNANT AND NEEDED

    What a beautiful movie. Both lighthearted moments and shattering pain. An exploration of friendship, acceptance (of oneself and of others), and bravery. I'm so glad Will Farrell created this project to help his friend Harper feel at a home in the world rather than shuttered in a house at the edge of our continent.

    Did I wait the entire movie for a certain theme song? Yes.

    I could say more and this box seems to want me too, but I think you should experience this film for yourself. It's deeply personal. It explores self-hate, which we all carry in some way. And the powerful antidote of love and connection.
    JArkin1

    You'll laugh and cry. A must-see documentary

    I just saw an early screening of "Will & Harper" and went on the ride of a lifetime. It felt like a privilege to go along with these two old friends on a journey of self-discovery and redefining their relationship. Loved every minute of it, all the way through the end credits. You see a new, intimate side to Will Ferrell and learn about an extremely talented and tortured soul who can finally be who they truly are. You wish everyone would watch this movie, because if they do they will definitely have more compassion for the transgender community. Unexpected moments, lovely scenery and great cameos, too.

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    • Trivia
      Previously known as Andrew, Steele was the head writer for Saturday Night Live, where she worked for over a decade from 1995 to 2008. Steele and Ferrell became friends during their time on the show. The documentary serves as a platform for Ferrell to ask Steele questions about her transition, which she began in 2022, reflecting their long-standing friendship.
    • Connections
      Features Saturday Night Live (1975)
    • Soundtracks
      I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder
      Written by Daryl Hutchins

      Performed by Eddy Howard

      Courtesy of Verve Records

      Under license from Universal Music Enterprises

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    • Release date
      • September 27, 2024 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Вілл і Гарпер
    • Filming locations
      • Westchester County, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • Delirio Films
      • Gloria Sanchez Productions
      • Wayfarer Studios
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 54 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital

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