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Will Ferrell Swings for Netflix Golf Comedy 'The Hawk'
13 May
Summary
- Will Ferrell stars as Lonnie Hawkins, a former top golfer seeking his magic.
- The 10-episode series reunites Ferrell with SNL alum Molly Shannon.
- The Hawk is set to premiere on Netflix on July 16, 2026.
Will Ferrell is set to star in 'The Hawk,' a new 10-episode golf comedy series premiering on Netflix on July 16, 2026. The series features Ferrell as Lonnie Hawkins, a golfer who was once a top player in 2004 but is now struggling to regain his past form. Despite his body signaling retirement, Hawkins is determined to win one more major to complete golf's Grand Slam.
This project marks Ferrell's first TV comedy for Netflix and reunites him with his Saturday Night Live colleague Molly Shannon. They first worked together on SNL in 1995 and have since appeared in multiple films. The ensemble cast also includes Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, and Luke Wilson, who plays a rival professional golfer.
The show is executive produced by Ferrell, Rian Johnson, and others. It follows Hawkins's determined pursuit of a historic comeback, fueled by his refusal to accept his career is over. The series promises a blend of humor and drama as Hawkins battles his own limitations and rivals on his quest for golf immortality.
