It's been over 20 years since the modern holiday classic "Elf" hit theaters.
The film follows Buddy (Will Ferrell), a human raised by elves working in Santa's workshop, as he journeys to New York City to find his biological father.
Here's what the stars of the movie have been up to since their roles in "Elf."
Ferrell starred in "Elf" the same year "Old School" premiered.
Ferrell told Entertainment Weekly in 2007 that before taking on the role of Buddy the Elf, he requested that the movie remain lighthearted and took cues from the Tom Hanks film "Big" in creating his character's childlike persona.
Ferrell's career has seen lots of success post-"Elf."
He's also gone behind-the-scenes as an executive producer, working on hit shows like Netflix's "Dead to Me" and HBO's "Succession," as well as top-rated films like "Booksmart."
He also starred in "Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga" (2020) and has continued down his producing path, with some of his most recent projects including "Will & Harper" (2024) and Netflix's "No Good Deed."
Deschanel wasn't the first choice to play Jovie.
"Elf" was the ninth feature-length film that Deschanel had appeared in since launching her acting career in 1998.
At the time "Elf" debuted, Deschanel was a relatively new actress in Hollywood with a few films under her belt, including "All the Real Girls" and "Almost Famous."
In 2006, she formed a two-person indie band with M. Ward called She and Him. The pair has released multiple studio albums together.
Deschanel landed her most notable role as Jessica Day on the Fox show "New Girl" in 2011. The series ended in 2018 after seven seasons.
She appeared in the short "Katy Perry: Not the End of the World" as a lookalike of the pop star in 2020. Some of her most recent projects include lending her voice to the character Bridget in "Trolls World Tour" (2020) and "Trolls Band Together" (2023).
James Caan was a seasoned actor before joining the cast of "Elf."
Caan wasn't a Hollywood newbie when he joined the "Elf" cast as Buddy's father, Walter.
On July 6, 2022, Caan died of a heart attack and coronary artery disease at the age of 82. His final films were "Queen Bees" (2021) and the upcoming thriller, "Dark Harvest."
Bob Newhart was also a well-known actor when "Elf" was released.
Newhart died in 2024 after years of acting in movies and TV shows.
Although he has continued his work on TV, Newhart has only appeared in one feature-length film since the release of "Elf" — the 2011 movie "Horrible Bosses" starring Jason Sudeikis and Jason Bateman.
On July 18, 2024, Newhart died at age 94. His final role was Professor Proton on the CBS "Big Bang" spin-off "Young Sheldon."
Mary Steenburgen was an Academy Award winner prior to "Elf."
Steenburgen had made her mark on Hollywood long before the release of "Elf," with roles in films like "Back to the Future III" and "What's Eating Gilbert Grape."
The Oscar-winning actress took her talents to the big screen once again when she appeared as Buddy's stepmom Emily in the film "Elf."
Steenburgen would star alongside Ferrell again in 2008.
"Elf" wouldn't be the last time Steenburgen would appear in a film with Ferrell. In 2008, the duo reunited in the comedy "Step Brothers," with Steenburgen playing Ferrell's mom once again.
Most recently, she appeared in the film "Book Club: The Next Chapter" (2023).
"Elf" was Daniel Tay's second movie.
Starring as Michael, Buddy's half-brother, in the film, Tay's first major role was in "Elf."
The only acting credit he had prior was in the 2003 film "American Splendor" as young Harvey.
Tay hasn't appeared in any films since 2007.
Post-"Elf" success, the child actor voiced Doogal in the 2006 film of the same name. He also appeared in the movies "Beer League" in 2006 and "Brooklyn Rules" in 2007.
His last project was providing the voice of Bill Blue in "Grand Theft Auto IV," which was released in 2009.
Starring as Santa in "Elf" might not have been a defining moment for Asner's career, but for a generation of kids, it's one of his most memorable roles.
Asner's acting career stretches back to 1957 when he appeared on the CBS TV series "Studio One in Hollywood."
He starred in upwards of 50 projects before joining the "Elf" cast in 2003.
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