The Hawk Netflix series has unveiled its first character reveal, introducing Will Ferrell as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, a fictional golf legend attempting a late-career return to the sport.
Netflix announced the project alongside teaser material introducing Ferrell’s new character and the series’ premise. The show follows Hawkins, a once-celebrated golfer who continues pursuing a comeback despite growing pressure from those around him to retire.
The series is scheduled to arrive on Netflix in summer 2026 and will consist of ten episodes.
The project marks a collaboration between Ferrell and several production teams, including Gloria Sanchez Productions and T-Street, with multiple producers and filmmakers attached as executive producers.
Meet Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins
The central figure of The Hawk is Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, portrayed by Will Ferrell.
Hawkins is described as the number-one golfer of 2004, a player whose early career established his reputation in the sport. Years later, he finds himself navigating the final stretch of his professional life.
The story follows his determination to pursue one more achievement before stepping away from the game. His goal is to win a final major tournament and complete golf’s Grand Slam.
The pursuit becomes complicated by the views of the people closest to him.
His ex-wife and his son, Lance, a rising golf star described as the sport’s new golden boy, both believe Hawkins’ competitive days have passed.
Lonnie Hawkins continues to believe he remains capable of one more major victory.
Watch the Teaser
Cast of The Hawk Netflix Series
The Hawk features an ensemble cast alongside Will Ferrell.
The confirmed cast includes:
- Will Ferrell
- Molly Shannon
- Jimmy Tatro
- Fortune Feimster
- Luke Wilson
- Chris Parnell
- Katelyn Tarver
- David Hornsby
Production Teams Behind the Series
The Hawk is produced by a group of filmmakers and producers working across several production companies.
Executive producers Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor represent Gloria Sanchez Productions.
Additional executive producers include Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue for T-Street.
Further executive producing credits go to Chris Henchy, Harper Steele, David Gordon Green, and Andrew Guest.
The collaboration brings together creators from film and television backgrounds to develop the ten-episode series.
A Character Announcement That Introduces the Series
The reveal of Lonnie Hawkins serves as the public introduction to The Hawk series.
Netflix released multiple teaser clips highlighting the fictional golfer and his attempt to return to the PGA TOUR. Promotional messaging framed Hawkins as a figure determined to prove that his career is not finished.
The campaign also referenced upcoming real-world golf events, encouraging audiences to watch for mentions of Hawkins during tournament broadcasts.
The Poster
Key Details: The Hawk
- Title: The Hawk
- Platform: Netflix
- Release window: Summer 2026
- Format: 10-episode comedy series
- Lead actor: Will Ferrell as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins
- Premise: A once-dominant golfer attempts a late-career comeback while pursuing one final major championship to complete the Grand Slam.
- Cast: Will Ferrell, Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, David Hornsby
- Executive producers: Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, Alix Taylor, Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, Nena Rodrigue, Chris Henchy, Harper Steele, David Gordon Green, Andrew Guest
- Production companies: Gloria Sanchez Productions and T-Street
