The Hawk, a comedy series created by Will Ferrell, Harper Steele and Chris Henchy, lands on Netflix on July 16, 2026. Will Ferrell stars as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, a former golf icon convinced he can still pull off one final feat to salvage his legacy.
The Hawk
Series | 2026
Available on Netflix on July 16, 2026
Comedy, sports
Created by Will Ferrell, Harper Steele and Chris Henchy
Starring Will Ferrell, Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro
Country of origin: United States
In 2004, Lonnie Hawkins was the world number one. Twenty years on, his swing isn’t as precise, his body keeps reminding him of his age, and those around him are pushing him to call it quits. He’d rather chase what still eludes him: one last major to complete the career Grand Slam.
The series plays on the gap between the image Lonnie has of himself and the reality of a champion in decline. His ex-wife no longer believes in his return, while his son Lance steps up as golf’s new prodigy. Between the two generations, the competition becomes a family affair.
Centered around Will Ferrell, The Hawk brings together Molly Shannon and Jimmy Tatro. The announced cast also includes Kaitlin Olson, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Fortune Feimster, Katelyn Tarver and David Hornsby, in a sports comedy built around a character who refuses to become a has-been.
The trailer frames a comeback comedy in which golf serves as both playground and ego barometer. It taps into a well-worn beat in Will Ferrell’s filmography: a man confident in his talent, facing an era that no longer has him waiting in line.
The Hawk could appeal to Netflix subscribers seeking a sports comedy that revolves around status decline, family rivalries, and a stubborn resistance to aging. The series isn’t really aimed at viewers hoping for a realistic golf drama or a sports story told in a dramatic tone.
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