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Will Ferrell Stars in Netflix’s The Hawk as Golf Legend on a Comeback

Updated :  Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:17 AM
Will Ferrell stars as golf legend Lonnie Hawkins in Netflix’s The Hawk.

Netflix is swinging big with its latest sports comedy series, The Hawk, starring Will Ferrell as a golf legend chasing one last shot at glory.

The Story

Ferrell plays Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, once the number one golfer in 2004. Now, years later, his career is on the decline, his body is telling him to retire, and his family believes his time is over. But Hawkins refuses to give up. With one more major win needed to complete golf’s Grand Slam, he sets out to prove he’s still capable of the greatest comeback in golf history. The series blends heartfelt sports drama with Ferrell’s signature comedic style, promising both laughs and inspiration.

Cast and Characters

Ferrell is joined by an impressive ensemble cast including Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, and David Hornsby. Each brings their own comedic flair, ensuring the series appeals to both sports fans and comedy lovers. Luke Wilson’s involvement adds an interesting twist, as his brother Owen Wilson stars in Apple TV’s golf comedy Stick. Together, the Wilson brothers are bringing golf humor to two different streaming platforms.

Release Details

Netflix has confirmed that all 10 episodes of The Hawk will premiere in the summer of 2026. While the exact date has not yet been revealed, anticipation is already building thanks to the teaser released by the streaming giant.

Schiaparelli’s Power of Illusion Meets Golf Comeback

Curated by creative director Daniel Roseberry, Schiaparelli’s Fall 2026 ready-to-wear collection inspired the theme of illusion in fashion. Similarly, The Hawk explores the illusion of time, resilience, and the belief that greatness can be reclaimed even when the odds are stacked against you.

Why It Matters

Ferrell’s return to television comedy in a sports setting taps into his long-standing appeal as a performer who thrives in eccentric, larger-than-life roles. For fans, The Hawk offers both humor and an inspiring story about refusing to give up, even when everyone else thinks it’s over. With golf as the backdrop, the series promises to deliver a mix of quirky humor, heartfelt family drama, and the thrill of competition.

Kelly Powers

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