Will's Little "Landlord"

Click to play!A two-minute comedy video of Will Ferrell fighting with his landlord would be funny. But when you make the landlord a 2-year-old girl with a temper and a drinking problem, you've got comedy gold.

The viral video is called "The Landlord," a simple production between Ferrell and longtime collaborator Adam McKay. It's McKay's 2-year-old daughter who plays Pearl, Ferrell's verbally abusive landlord with a penchant for beer.

The video appears on FunnyOrDie.com, a website the duo's production company created as a place for them (and other, lesser-known comedians) to show off their short videos.

McKay told the L.A. Times that he's not worried about his daughter picking up bad language: "She's in that phase right now where you can repeat anything to her and she won't remember it." Kids saying "bitch" is always funny.



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76. This videl was HILARIOUS!! When i first saw it I was crying tears. Having said that, I think contacting child services is a littrle bit too extreme. My mother told me when I was 2 years old that I used to curse; telling my family "Bye B****!". Everyone thought it was sooo funny. However, I am 24 years old and have no recollection of ever doing such things until my mother told me. To this day, I do not use such vulgar words. I do not feel that the child was harmed in any form or fashion and trust me, she will not remember a thing! This world needs to laugh a little with all that is going on!

Posted at 4:40PM on Apr 25th 2007 by GetaLifepeople!

77. This was funny as hell. Not abuse. Alec's kid. Now that's abuse!

Posted at 5:14PM on Apr 25th 2007 by Help Alec's Daughter

78. If you liked "The Landlord" you'll probably love this follow up, "The Kegger" -- It's freakin hilarious!

The Kegger

Posted at 10:33PM on Apr 27th 2007 by Brian

79. Oops. Link didn't work.

The Kegger:

http://sjl.funnyordie.com/v1/view_video.php?viewkey=8a6f04b51920306046ce

Posted at 10:33PM on Apr 27th 2007 by Brian

80. I work for Child Protective Services and every single one of my coworkers would laugh you off the phone if you called up claiming that this video is "abuse." In fact, my entire office thought that this video was hilarious when it was sent around last week. It doesn't even raise one red flag warrenting an investigation. CPS is an amazing resource, but completely ineffective if it's bombarded with ridiculous reports. Stick to reporting legitimate physical abuse and neglect, please.

Posted at 7:45PM on Apr 28th 2007 by Katherine

81. Will F is one of the most over-rated humans on the planet. This just isn't even that funny, and don't tell me that if I don't find it "HILARIOUS" I need to lighten up and get a sense of humor. There just isn't anything funny here, and it isn't even well done. You people who find it funny need to get some critical sense instead of lapping up everything you are told is "hysterical"

Posted at 2:00PM on Apr 30th 2007 by JOEYBOY

82. I thought this little girl was funny

Posted at 1:41PM on May 14th 2007 by Olivia

83. I don't believe this video is child abuse. There are greater injustices in the world, like child soliders and child poverty. The simple fact that compassioante Mary even made a post here demonstrates laziness in my eyes. She should be posting in websites ending the war in Iraq, stopping child prostitution and child trafficking. This video will not damage this child. There are worse things child actors do. Eg The Exorist... compared to a few bad words... I think masturbating with a crucifix is a lot worse then binge drinking and calling a cheap bastard late on his rent a BITCH.

Posted at 10:04PM on May 3rd 2007 by Brit

84. I'm more concerned with the lack of concern regarding abuse in general. I am a little confused as to why so many people feel that action should be taken only in EXTREME abuse situations. So a "LITTLE" or "MILD" abuse is acceptable?? (pertaining to the attacks on Mary for her comment on social services). And there are definite anger issues in some of these responses...WHILE they are telling other people to relax...

Posted at 10:37AM on May 8th 2007 by Nile

85. I would think this is why laws pertaining to "Delinquincy of Minors" are in place.

I agree with #1 that this is harmful to this child, and just downright tasteless.

Posted at 3:54PM on May 2nd 2007 by Andy-jaya

86. I think it's so funny. I have a little boy and I don't see any harm in it. My god it's nothing like child abuse. So, I have to ask what are u thinking when u compare it to that. If u didn't want to see it why did u watch it.

Posted at 3:44PM on May 4th 2007 by jane

87. I thought that baby was adorable! I didn't think it was abusive at all and I am looking forward to the sequel!

Posted at 7:49PM on May 2nd 2007 by ItalyBelle

88. In "The Landlord II" they should have her be on crack and prostituting herself because Will still can’t pay his rent and she still needs her money. Won't that be funny? They can teach her to say "F**K ME" and put her in all kinds of compromising positions. Hahaha, I can't wait for that one.

Posted at 7:55AM on May 3rd 2007 by Ida

89. I love Pearl! Can't wait for the sequel ...why not have Pearl come back with a process server to evict Will? Too bad Chris Farley is not still with us as he would have been perfect! I want to see more! This is funny and Pearl is not being harmed. The only thing to worry about is a possible 'potty' month in preschool. She is so cute and Will is hysterical! Some on and enjoy this as it is so funny I keep watching. I am a grandma and find this just plain real fun........let's see more!

Posted at 5:33PM on May 3rd 2007 by cari

90. That was really funny. Some people really need to relax no way this is a kind of abuse. I am a mother of a 13 and 7 year old am lucky if they remeber what happened last week. Every kid goes through a potty mouth phase. Get over it people.

Posted at 11:28PM on May 3rd 2007 by Johanna

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