Behind the Scenes at Funny or Die

Though Ferrell stars in the site's first hit video,
Jeff Minton for TIME

Founders
Though Ferrell stars in the site's first hit video, "The Landlord" — a two-minute masterpiece in which he plays a deadbeat tenant arguing with his bullying, profane landlord, played by Adam McKay's 2-year-old daughter — he and McKay are largely absentee owners these days.

Get the Latest Photos from Time.com
Get TIME photos and pictures of the week delivered directly to your inbox.