Carrell said it was an "unforgettable day" when he visited Dublin with his co-stars Will Ferrell, Paul Rudd and David Koechner to promote the Anchorman sequel back in 2013.
They've such a grá for Ireland that actor John C Reilly, who had a cameo in the movie, revealed back in March that he is applying for Irish citizenship
"After my experience in Dublin at the premiere, yes, I could see that happening. I could see us shooting Anchorman in Ireland. We were so embraced when we were there for the premiere," Steve Carell told RTÉ Entertainment at the London premiere of his new film 'Despicable Me 3'.