Anchorman is a 2004 comedy film directed by Adam McKay, starring Will Ferrell as Ron Burgundy, a top-rated news anchor in the 1970s. The film humorously explores the male-dominated world of broadcast journalism, showcasing Burgundy's outrageous antics and the rivalry with his female counterpart, Veronica Corningstone, played by Christina Applegate. The film is known for its quotable lines and memorable characters, including Steve Carell as the dim-witted weatherman, Brick Tamland. Anchorman has become a cult classic, celebrated for its absurd humor and satirical take on the news industry, influencing pop culture and comedy.