His news is bigger than your news.

Starring: Will Ferrell, Christina Applegate, Paul Rudd, Steve Carell, David Koechner, Fred Willard, Chris Parnell, Kathryn Hahn, Fred Armisen

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"Let's go over the ground rules. Rule number 1: No touching of the hair or face... AND THAT'S IT!" - Ron Burgundy

Why watch this? This is one of the funniest Will Ferrell films to date.

Plot Summary: In the 1970s, San Diego's top-rated anchorman, Ron Burgundy, finds his position challenged by the arrival of an ambitious female co-anchor, Veronica Corningstone. Their initial attraction is complicated by Ron's old-fashioned views and Veronica's determination to climb the ranks. Their rivalry and clashes lead to a bitter feud that ultimately impacts Ron's career.

Dad's Preview: Not since Blazing Saddles (1974) has a comedy pushed the limits of offensive satire like this newsroom farce. It's centered on an unredeemable narcissist who anchors the daily news in the 1970's. I had to keep telling myself. "It's satire... it's satire..." If you don't have a thick skin, then you might want to steer clear. Otherwise, the cast features a comedic all-star roster, and this is one hilarious film that endlessly pokes fun at news networks, male chauvinists and the people who love/hate them.

Apatow Productions; DreamWorks Pictures