Will & Harper is a Netflix documentary about the journey of comedian Will Ferrell and his long-time friend, Harper Steele, as they embark on a road trip from New York to California. This adventure unfolds after Harper, who is an openly trans woman and former head writer for Saturday Night Live, shares her transition with Will. The movie’s soundtrack features artists like Elton John, Bob Dylan and Mazzy Star.
Directed by Josh Greenbaum, known for his work on Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, the movie features candid moments that highlight both the humor and challenges faced by Harper as she reclaims her space in a country that often feels unwelcoming. Their journey includes stops at diners, dive bars, and significant personal locations, allowing for both lighthearted interactions and deeper conversations about acceptance and societal attitudes towards transgender individuals.
Producers Rafael Marmor, Jessica Elbaum, and Christopher Leggett join Ferrell in bringing this project to life under the banners of Gloria Sanchez Productions, Wayfarer Studios, and Delirio Films.
Will & Harper Soundtrack List of Songs
- I Wonder, I Wonder, I Wonder – Eddy Howard
- Freightliner Fever – Red Sovine
- Amoreana – Elton John
- Oogum Boogum Song – Brenton Wood
- Long Road Ahead – Jim Ford
- Wires – Coconut Records
- I Got You Babe – Sonny & Cher
- Wildflowers – Tom Petty
- Going Up The Country – Canned Heat
- Shelter From The Storm – Bob Dylan
- Long Gone Lonesome Blues – Hank Williams
- America – First Aid Kit
- Fade Into you – Mazzy Star
- Diesel Smoke, Dangerous Curves – Red Simpson
- Beep Beep (The Roadrunner) – Don Ables
- Ooh Las Vegas (feat. Emmylou Harris) – Gram Parsons
- Truck Drivin’ Son Of A Gun – Dave Dudley
- Wagon Wheel – Old Crow Medicine Show
- The Swag – Link Wray
- The Weight – The Band
- Luck Be A Lady – Frank Sinatra
- Holocene – Bon Iver
- Harper and Will Go West – Kristen Wiig
- Go With Me – Gene and Debbe
Music score for Netflix “Will & Harper” is composed by Nathan Halpern, whose work enhances the emotional landscape of the film without overshadowing its narrative. Halpern’s music complements the road trip’s whimsical yet introspective tone, allowing viewers to immerse themselves fully in Will and Harper’s journey. Additionally, an original song performed by Kristen Wiig during the credits adds a delightful touch to the film’s conclusion.