Will Ferrell & David Bowie’s Comedy Movie Hits a Big Anniversary Today, Here’s How to Stream It

Will Ferrell and David Bowie’s comedy movie is celebrating its 25th anniversary today. The fashion satire Zoolander arrived in theaters on September 28, 2001, and is available to stream on Paramount+.

The movie follows Derek Zoolander, a famous male model whose career takes a strange turn. After losing his top-model title, he becomes involved in a plot targeting Malaysia’s prime minister. Ben Stiller directed, co-wrote, produced, and featured in the film.

How Zoolander’s memorable cast helped make the comedy a lasting favorite

Zoolander’s cast helped the comedy become a lasting favorite through its mix of major stars and surprising cameos. Will Ferrell plays fashion designer Jacobim Mugatu, while Owen Wilson stars as Derek’s rival, Hansel.

Christine Taylor plays journalist Matilda Jeffries, who becomes involved in Derek’s investigation. Milla Jovovich appears as Mugatu’s associate Katinka, adding another key figure to the movie’s fashion storyline.

The supporting cast also includes Jerry Stiller as Derek’s manager, Maury Ballstein, and Jon Voight as his father, Larry Zoolander. David Duchovny appears as J.P. Prewitt, a hand model connected to the film’s central fashion world.

Bowie’s appearance remains one of the movie’s most recognizable celebrity cameos. He plays himself and acts as the referee during the walk-off between Derek and Hansel. Bowie’s official website documented the cameo around the film’s 2001 release.

Other celebrities appear throughout the comedy, including Natalie Portman, Gwen Stefani, Paris Hilton, Tommy Hilfiger, Heidi Klum, and Lenny Kravitz. Their appearances connect the movie to the real fashion and entertainment world.

The film initially had a difficult theatrical moment after the September 11 attacks affected its release period. However, its audience grew over time, and Vanity Fair later described Zoolander as a cult classic.

The movie’s lasting appeal also comes from its unusual approach to fashion satire. It turns the industry’s image-driven culture into the setting for an intentionally absurd story.

For its 25th anniversary, fans can stream Zoolander on Paramount+.

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