Netflix's 10-Episode 'The Hawk' Draws Harsh Reviews for Will Ferrell's Golf Comedy
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Updated · Variety · Jul 16
Netflix's 10-Episode 'The Hawk' Draws Harsh Reviews for Will Ferrell's Golf Comedy
3 articles · Updated · Variety · Jul 16
Summary
All 10 episodes of “The Hawk” are now streaming on Netflix, but one prominent review calls Will Ferrell’s first scripted TV comedy lead role a major disappointment.
The critique says the golf series lacks both sharp satire and narrative drive, after an earlier LIV Golf-inspired concept was pared back to a father-son comeback story centered on over-the-hill golfer Lonnie Hawkins.
Lonnie’s abrasive persona is cited as the show’s biggest flaw: Ferrell’s antihero is portrayed as grating yet softened, leaving the comedy without either real edge or meaningful character growth.
Supporting characters including Jimmy Tatro’s son Lance, Fortune Feimster’s caddie Sam and Molly Shannon’s ex-wife Stacy are described as underused, while the series is also faulted for explaining pro golf poorly.
The review contrasts “The Hawk” unfavorably with Owen Wilson’s “Stick,” arguing Ferrell’s latest vehicle feels dated and overly tied to his old screen persona rather than reflecting a sharper current moment.