The "Elf" movie is a 2003 American comedy film directed by Jon Favreau and starring Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human who was accidentally raised as an elf at the North Pole. The movie follows Buddy's journey to New York City to find his biological father and his efforts to spread Christmas cheer. The movie was a box office success and has since become a classic Christmas movie, known for its humor, heartwarming moments, and memorable characters.