TV Shows - Adam McKay
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on September 30, 2025. Adam McKay has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#164Saturday Night Liveas Self - Cameo (uncredited) • 1 episode • #164 most popular showSaturday Night Live (SNL) is a live sketch comedy and variety show that has been a staple of American television since its debut in 1975. The show features a talented ensemble cast who perform a series of comedic sketches, musical performances, and celebrity impressions. SNL is known for its satirical commentary on current events and pop culture, often pushing the boundaries of social and political humor. With a new episode airing every Saturday night, SNL has become a cultural phenomenon and has launched the careers of numerous comedy legends.
Movies - Adam McKay
Sorted by online popularity. Adam McKay has appeared in 4 movies with data.
#1,428Step Brothersas Man without Glasses • #1,428 most popular movieStep Brothers is a 2008 American comedy film about two grown men, Brennan and Dale, who become jealous and competitive stepbrothers when their single parents marry. Their constant rivalry strains their parents' marriage and leads to humorous situations.
#1,439The Other Guysas Dirty Mike • #1,439 most popular movieThe Other Guys is a 2010 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Adam McKay, starring Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. It follows the story of two desk-bound NYPD detectives, Gamble and Hoitz, who seize the chance to prove themselves when a supposedly minor case turns into a significant investigation.
#2,005Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundyas Custodian • #2,005 most popular movieAnchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy is a 2004 American satirical comedy film that follows the story of Ron Burgundy, a top-rated anchorman in 1970s San Diego, whose world is turned upside down when a determined reporter named Veronica Corningstone joins his news team.
#2,086Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobbyas Terry Cheveaux • #2,086 most popular movieTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby is a 2006 American sports comedy film directed by Adam McKay. It features Will Ferrell as Ricky Bobby, a successful NASCAR driver whose life takes a dramatic turn when he is challenged by a flamboyant rival, Jean Girard.
Adam McKay Biography
Adam McKay (born April 17, 1968) is an American film director, producer, screenwriter, and comedian. He gained recognition as a head writer for the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1995 to 2001. McKay is best known for his collaborations with comedian Will Ferrell, co-writing and directing films like Anchorman, Talladega Nights, and The Other Guys. He also co-produced the website Funny or Die through his company Gary Sanchez Productions. In the 2010s, McKay ventured into more dramatic territory, writing and directing films such as The Big Short, Vice, and Don't Look Up, which earned him multiple Academy Award nominations.
