Will Ferrell's Role in Barbie Movie Draws Comparison to LEGO Villain

The latest Barbie trailer features a greater focus on Will Ferrell's character, leading to social media users drawing comparisons to his role as Lord Business in The LEGO Movie. Directed by Greta Gerwig and starring Margot Robbie as Barbie, the film's supporting cast includes Ryan Gosling as Ken and Ferrell as the CEO of Mattel. The release of the full-length trailer ahead of the film's summer release provides a deeper insight into the storyline and showcases Ferrell's character. However, internet users were quick to note the similarities between his CEO role and his previous character in the 2014 animated hit. See some of the tweets below:

Is Will Ferrell's Barbie Character Actually Like Lord Business?

On the surface, Ferrell's portrayal of Barbie's Mattel CEO may seem similar to Lord Business. Both characters wear suits with colorful ties and hold positions of power in a capitalistic world. However, a closer examination reveals that there is more to the character than meets the eye.

It is unlikely that a movie about a Barbie brought to life would cast Mattel in a negative light. Furthermore, Ferrell has previously stated that his character is "insensitive" and "weird," but also hinted at a complexity beyond those surface-level traits. This aligns with the overall tone of the Barbie movie, which appears to be a thoughtful and self-aware exploration of the doll's impact on society.

The trailer hints that Ferrell's portrayal as the CEO character will initially be positioned as an adversary, determined to thwart the real-world debut of Barbie and Ken. However, it is probable that he will eventually become an ally or, at the very least, a quirky, neutral figure. Although the latest Barbie trailer provides more insight into the plot, the film is still keeping many details under wraps, leaving the possibility for a number of surprises concerning Ferrell's character.