Matthew McConaughey Was Told He Would Make A Great Ken In A Barbie Movie, And His Response Has Big Kenergy

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Two years ago, the movies *Barbie* and *Oppenheimer* created a huge cultural moment, and the press events surrounding them were just as captivating. From Margot Robbie’s iconic pink looks to the fantastic chemistry between the cast, it was a truly memorable time that fans might want to experience again. America Ferrara recently suggested Matthew McConaughey would be perfect for a *Barbie* sequel, and his reaction is full of playful energy, reminiscent of Ken!

America Ferrera has been consistently working since her critically acclaimed monologue in the *Barbie* movie. Recent projects include the 2023 film *Dumb Money* and *The Lost Bus*, where she acted alongside Matthew McConaughey. She expressed enthusiasm about potentially working with McConaughey again. When asked by Screen Rant if McConaughey would be a good fit as Ken in a *Barbie* sequel, Ferrera responded positively.

Okay, seriously, Matthew would absolutely *nail* the role of Ken! He’d be the ultimate Ken, like, the one everyone else looks up to. And honestly? I think *you* could pull that off too – you’ve totally got the king of Ken vibe!

What did the *True Detective* actor think of his co-star’s idea? His reaction has convinced me he’d be perfect for the part.

Capital K Ken, with a song called ‘Capital K Ken.’

Doesn’t this sound exactly like something Ken would say? If he’s going to be a leader, everyone needs to *know* he’s in charge – and that means making a big statement with a bold visual and a song! Honestly, he seems a little unsure at first, but that actually kind of fits with his whole vibe.

Matthew McConaughey proved himself to be a talented dramatic actor throughout the 2010s, with memorable roles in films like *Dallas Buyers Club* and *Interstellar*. However, many fans remember his earlier work in romantic comedies from the 2000s, and he excelled at those lighter roles. It feels like the perfect time for him to revisit that side of himself, and the role of Ken seems like an ideal fit.

I genuinely think Matthew McConaughey would be *perfect* as King Ken! He’s such a strong actor, and I can totally picture him as the Ken who guides all the other Kens, maybe even helping them deal with some of their… complicated feelings about being a Ken. He’s already played similar roles, like in *Magic Mike*, where he really understood that kind of confident, but sometimes flawed, masculinity. It feels like a natural fit for him, honestly.

Regarding a potential sequel to Greta Gerwig’s popular 2023 film *Barbie*, America Ferrera explained that the cast will respect whatever decision the director makes. While *Barbie* (now available on HBO Max) was originally intended as a single movie, Gerwig has hinted that she’s open to the idea of making a second one.

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There were reports that Warner Bros. was considering a sequel focused on Ken, potentially introducing a new actor to play the role, like Matthew McConaughey. However, director Greta Gerwig and her husband, Noah Baumbach, have stated they would only pursue a sequel if it had a strong, meaningful message relevant to a new generation, despite having plenty of unused ideas about Ken.

Even if the director of *Little Women* were to make a *Barbie* sequel, it probably wouldn’t happen for a while. She’s currently working on adapting *The Chronicles of Narnia* into a movie for Netflix, which is expected to be released around 2026. I’m excited to see her take on that classic series! However, I’d also be thrilled to see the original *Barbie* cast reunite for another film, and it would be fun to include Matthew McConaughey in it too.

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2025-09-15 00:09