when did the elf movie come out

The Elf movie was released in theaters on November 7, 2003. It was directed by Jon Favreau and starred Will Ferrell as Buddy the Elf. The film was a box office success and has since become a holiday classic. It tells the story of a human who was raised in the North Pole by Santa's elves and embarks on a journey to New York City to find his biological father. Along the way, he encounters many colorful characters and has many hilarious adventures.