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Reilly Sacha Baron Cohen Gary Cole: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby

A Sports Comedy That Will Leave You Laughing

The Ballad of Ricky Bobby

The Ballad of Ricky Bobby is a 2006 American sports comedy film directed by Adam McKay, who co-wrote the film with Will Ferrell. The film stars Ferrell as Ricky Bobby, a NASCAR superstar who believes he's the best there is until the arrival of a French Formula One driver, Jean Girard (Sacha Baron Cohen). The film also stars John C. Reilly as Bobby's best friend and crew chief, Cal Naughton Jr., and Gary Cole as Bobby's father, Reese Bobby.

The Ballad of Ricky Bobby was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $163 million worldwide. The film was praised for its humor, performances, and direction. It was also nominated for two Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and Best Actor – Musical or Comedy for Ferrell.

If you're a fan of sports comedies, then you'll definitely want to check out The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. It's a hilarious film with great performances from Ferrell, Reilly, and Cohen. You're sure to laugh out loud from beginning to end.

Cast

* Will Ferrell as Ricky Bobby * John C. Reilly as Cal Naughton Jr. * Sacha Baron Cohen as Jean Girard * Gary Cole as Reese Bobby * Leslie Bibb as Carley Bobby * Amy Adams as Susan * Richard Petty as Himself

Director

* Adam McKay

Writer

* Adam McKay * Will Ferrell

Release Date

* August 4, 2006

Production Budget

* $75 million

Box Office

* $163 million