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Adam McKay

Adam McKay

Directing
2004 — present · 9 films
Born
17 April 1968 · age 58
From
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Adam McKay (born April 17, 1968) is an American screenwriter, producer, and director. McKay began his career as a head writer for the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1995 to 2001. After leaving SNL, McKay collaborated with comedian Will Ferrell on his comedy films Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006), and The Other Guys (2010).

Acting
2004 — present · 3 films
Born
17 April 1968 · age 58
From
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Adam McKay (born April 17, 1968) is an American screenwriter, producer, and director. McKay began his career as a head writer for the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1995 to 2001. After leaving SNL, McKay collaborated with comedian Will Ferrell on his comedy films Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy (2004), Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby (2006), and The Other Guys (2010).

Career Signature

How Adam McKay’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they directed.

Career Signature

How Adam McKay’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they acted in.