Movies like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013)
The best movies like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013) are Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Step Brothers (2008) and Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie (2004). If Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues hooked you with its comedy, these 30 similar films are what to watch next, and every pick says why it matches.
Quick picks
- Highest ratedThe Hangover (2009)7.3/10 from 18,742 votes
- NewestScary Movie (2026)Released 2026
- Same seriesAnchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)Anchorman
Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004)
It's the 1970s and San Diego anchorman Ron Burgundy is the top dog in local TV, but that's all about to change when ambitious reporter Veronica Corningstone arrives as a new employee at his station.
Why it matches: Same series: Anchorman · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisStep Brothers (2008)
Brennan Huff and Dale Doback might be grown men. But that doesn't stop them from living at home and turning into jealous, competitive stepbrothers when their single parents marry. Brennan's constant competition with Dale strains his mom's marriage to Dale's dad, leaving everyone to wonder whether they'll ever see eye to eye.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie (2004)
While Ron Burgundy's rivalry with Veronica Corningstone escalates quickly, a group of unprofessional thieves better known as 'The Alarm Clock' try to make the truth known, whatever that may mean...
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisZoolander (2001)
Clear the runway for Derek Zoolander, VH1's three-time male model of the year. His face falls when hippie-chic Hansel scooters in to steal this year's award. The evil fashion guru Mugatu seizes the opportunity to turn Derek into a killing machine. It's a well-designed conspiracy and only with the help of Hansel and a few well-chosen accessories like Matilda can Derek make the world safe for male models everywhere.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisScary Movie (2026)
Twenty-six years after outrunning a suspiciously familiar masked killer, the Core Four are back in the killer's crosshairs and no horror movie IP is safe.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Hangover (2009)
When three friends finally come to after a raucous night of bachelor-party revelry, they find a baby in the closet and a tiger in the bathroom. But they can't seem to locate their best friend, Doug – who's supposed to be tying the knot. Launching a frantic search for Doug, the trio perseveres through a nasty hangover to try to make it to the church on time.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisScary Movie 3 (2003)
News anchorwoman Cindy Campbell has to investigate mysterious crop circles and killing video tapes, and help the President stop an alien invasion in the process.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisOld School (2003)
Three friends attempt to recapture their glory days by opening up a fraternity near their alma mater.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDodgeBall: A True Underdog Story (2004)
When megalomaniacal White Goodman, the owner of a trendy, high-end fitness center, makes a move to take over the struggling local gym run by happy-go-lucky Pete La Fleur, there's only one way for La Fleur to fight back: dodgeball. Aided by a dodgeball guru and Goodman's attorney, La Fleur and his rag-tag team of underdogs launch a knock-down, drag-out battle in which the winner takes all.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisLet's Be Cops (2014)
Best pals Ryan and Justin are stalled in their respective careers -- a fact that is painfully driven home when they go to a college reunion. Dressed as police in the mistaken belief that they were to attend a costume party, Ryan and Justin find that the uniforms earn them much respect and attention. Although Justin is uncomfortable with the idea, Ryan decides to continue with the charade, putting them both in increasingly dangerous situations. When these newly-minted “heroes” get tangled in a real life web of mobsters and dirty detectives, they must put their fake badges on the line.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHappy Gilmore 2 (2025)
Happy Gilmore isn't done with golf — not by a long shot. Since his retirement after his first Tour Championship win, Gilmore returns to finance his daughter's ballet classes.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThis Is the End (2013)
While attending a party at James Franco's house, Seth Rogen, Jay Baruchel and many other celebrities are faced with the apocalypse.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTalladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006)
The fastest man on four wheels, Ricky Bobby, is one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history. A big, hairy American winning machine, Ricky has everything a dimwitted daredevil could want, a luxurious mansion, a smokin' hot wife, and all the fast food he can eat. But Ricky's turbo-charged lifestyle hits an unexpected speed bump when he's bested by flamboyant Euro-idiot Jean Girard and reduced to a fear-ridden wreck.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisRole Models (2008)
Two salesmen trash a company truck on an energy drink-fueled bender. Upon their arrest, the court gives them a choice: do hard time or spend 150 service hours with a mentorship program. After one day with the kids, however, jail doesn't look half bad.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Onion Movie (2008)
Venerable newscaster Norm Archer reports the latest news in politics, health, culture and entertainment - such as an automotive recall of decapitation-inducing "Neckbelts" and a study finding that "depression hits losers hardest". This compilation of bogus news stories, celebrity profiles, movie trailers and skits come courtesy of the ace satirists at The Onion.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisNeighbors (2014)
A couple with a newborn baby face unexpected difficulties after they are forced to live next to a fraternity house.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDumb and Dumber (1994)
Lloyd and Harry are two men whose stupidity is really indescribable. When Mary, a beautiful woman, loses an important suitcase with money before she leaves for Aspen, the two friends (who have found the suitcase) decide to return it to her. After some "adventures" they finally get to Aspen where, using the lost money they live it up and fight for Mary's heart.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisRicky Stanicky (2024)
When three childhood best friends pull a prank gone wrong, they invent the imaginary Ricky Stanicky to get them out of trouble. Twenty years later, the trio still uses the nonexistent Ricky as a handy alibi for their immature behavior. But when their spouses and partners get suspicious and demand to finally meet the fabled Mr. Stanicky, the guilty trio decide to hire a washed-up actor and raunchy celebrity impersonator to bring him to life.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisThe Ladies Man (2000)
Because of his salacious language, late-night radio advice-show host Leon Phelps, along with his sweet and loyal producer Julie, is fired from his Chicago gig. Leon gets a letter from a former lover promising a life of wealth, but he doesn't know who she is. Can Leon find his secret sugar-mama? What about Julie?
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
SnoozefestMovies like thisAirplane! (1980)
An ex-fighter pilot is forced to take over the controls of an airliner when the flight crew succumbs to food poisoning.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Worth the HypeMovies like thisScary Movie (2000)
A familiar-looking group of teenagers find themselves being stalked by a more-than-vaguely recognizable masked killer! As the victims begin to pile up and the laughs pile on, none of your favorite scary movies escape the razor-sharp satire of this outrageously funny parody!
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisDeuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005)
Deuce Bigalow goes to Amsterdam after a little accident including two irritating kids and a bunch of aggressive dolphins. There he meets up with his old friend T.J. Hicks. But a mysterious killer starts killing some of Amsterdam's finest gigolos and T.J. is mistaken for the extremely gay murderer. Deuce must enter the gigolo industry again to find the real murderer and clear T.J.'s name.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
SnoozefestMovies like thisScary Movie 2 (2001)
A group of students visit a mansion called "Hell House," and murderous high jinks ensue.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
SnoozefestMovies like thisBlades of Glory (2007)
When a much-publicized ice-skating scandal strips them of their gold medals, two world-class athletes skirt their way back onto the ice via a loophole that allows them to compete together as a pairs team.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisMike and Dave Need Wedding Dates (2016)
Mike and Dave are young, adventurous, fun-loving brothers who tend to get out of control at family gatherings. When their sister Jeanie reveals her Hawaiian wedding plans, the rest of the Stangles insist that the brothers bring respectable dates. After placing an ad on Craigslist, the siblings decide to pick Tatiana and Alice, two charming and seemingly normal women. Once they arrive on the island, however, Mike and Dave realize that their companions are ready to get wild and party.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisWet Hot American Summer (2001)
It's the last day of Camp Firewood's season, but there's still time for the big talent show, a little romance… and for everyone to be wiped out by the piece of NASA's Skylab that's hurtling toward Earth.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisBad Trip (2021)
In this hidden-camera prank comedy, two best friends bond on a wild road trip to New York as they pull real people into their raunchy, raucous antics.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisHorrible Bosses 2 (2014)
Dale, Kurt and Nick decide to start their own business but things don't go as planned because of a slick investor, prompting the trio to pull off a harebrained and misguided kidnapping scheme.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisTed (2012)
John Bennett, a man whose childhood wish of bringing his teddy bear to life came true, now must decide between keeping the relationship with the bear or his girlfriend, Lori.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
Popcorn FlickMovies like thisGrown Ups 2 (2013)
Lenny has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises—the last day of school.
Why it matches: Fans watch both · both comedy
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best movies like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues?
The closest matches to Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues are Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Step Brothers (2008) and Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie (2004). Below are 27 more, each with the reason it matches.
What should I watch after Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues?
People who watched Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues most often go on to Step Brothers (2008), Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie (2004) and Zoolander (2001).
What is the highest-rated movie like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues?
The Hangover (2009), rated 7.3/10 by 18,742 TMDB users.
What is the newest movie like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues?
Scary Movie (2026) is the most recent release on this list.
Is Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues part of a series?
Yes. It belongs to Anchorman, which includes Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004).
Are there English movies like Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues?
Yes: Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Step Brothers (2008) and Wake Up, Ron Burgundy: The Lost Movie (2004).
How are movies similar to Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues chosen?
First come films that Trakt’s viewers watch alongside Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, then TMDB’s recommendations and films it rates as similar in story and genre. Each pick says which signal put it there.