Meet the Cast of The Hawk: A Fun, Easy Guide

What Is The Hawk All About?

Imagine a silly, feel-good TV show about golf — but not the boring kind!

• A catchy song by Hot Goat Music says it best: “They call him the Hawk / He’s a golfer / The greatest golfer in the world.”
• The star is Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, played by Will Ferrell.
• Just being “the greatest” isn’t enough — Lonnie wants something called the Grand Slam (winning all the biggest golf tournaments).
• To get it, he needs help from his family and friends, both old and new.

Important Point: Lonnie is a funny, larger-than-life character, but he can’t win the Grand Slam alone — teamwork is key!

Why Golf Is a Silly-Sweet Setting

Will Ferrell thought golf was the perfect place for his comedy.

• Pro golfers are often unhappy — very few ever win.
• If a player wins just 3 times a year, that’s a great year!
• Ferrell says it’s fun to “peek behind the curtain” and see how pressure affects friendships and family.
• That makes golf great for a big, silly team comedy.

Lonnie has:

• A colorful crew of pals
• Some enemies in the golf world
• A weird playing style and big personality that fans love (but stuffy officials don’t)

Main Character: Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins

Played by: Will Ferrell

About Lonnie:

• A famous golf legend who messed up a big win over 20 years ago.
• Needs just one more major win to complete the Grand Slam.
• Believes he’s “one stroke away” from a huge comeback.

About Will Ferrell:

• This is his first lead role in a comedy series.
• He liked doing a longer show because you can tell bigger stories than in a 90-minute movie.
• He got better at golf for the show, but jokes that filming lets you hit the shot 10 times — real golf gives only one!
• He reunites with friend Molly Shannon (from Saturday Night Live). Shannon says it’s like working with a close pal.

Previously In:
Anchorman, Talladega Nights, Step Brothers, Elf, The Other Guys

The Hawkins Family & Friends

Stacy (Played by Molly Shannon)

• Lonnie’s estranged wife (they’re separated).
• She has her own dreams and sells a spiked iced tea called Teed Off.
• She says: “I don’t want to rely on him. I want to be independent.” But she still cares about Lonnie.
• Their relationship is complicated but loving.

Previously In:
Saturday Night Live, Other People, Never Been Kissed, Wet Hot American Summer, How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Lance (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• Lonnie’s son and a golf pro himself.
• He’s one of the few players blocking his dad from the Grand Slam.
• Actor says Lance is “hyperfocused” and too serious; dad is loose and not focused enough.
• He worked with Ferrell before and calls this the best job ever (golf + acting!).

Previously In:
Bad Education, 22 Jump Street, Home Economics, The King of Staten Island, Theater Camp

Sam (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• Lonnie’s new caddy (the person who carries clubs and helps).
• She knows nothing about golf but is super loyal.
• Actor says she and Lonnie become good friends.

Previously In:
Saturday Night Live, The Mindy Project, Zootopia 2, Soul, Barb and Star Go to Vista del Mar

The Rivals and Foes

Golden Fisk (Played by Luke Wilson)

• Lonnie’s old enemy who beat him in 2004.
• They will face off again!

Previously In:
Legally Blonde, Old School, The Royal Tenenbaums, Charlie’s Angels, The Skeleton Twins

Anton (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• A golf board member (PGA Tour = the big golf organization).
• He dislikes Lonnie’s weird style and has personal gripes.
• Actor says his character finds Lonnie “not charming.”

Previously In:
30 Rock, Saturday Night Live, Rick and Morty, Hot Rod, Walk Hard

Radford (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• Stacy’s new boyfriend.
• An unlikely rival for Lonnie, who wants his wife back.

Previously In:
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Mythic Quest, Six Feet Under

More Friends on the Team

Natalie (Played by Katelyn Tarver)

• Lance’s fiancée.
• She believes Lance can do the Grand Slam his dad couldn’t.
• Says filming was nonstop laughter with comedy legends.

Previously In:
Ballers, Big Time Rush, The Secret Life of the American Teenager

Jerry (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• Lance’s personal trainer.
• A committed helper for the younger Hawkins.

Previously In:
Heartland, Tacoma FD, Christmas List

Crystal (Played by [Actor Name Not Listed])

• Daughter of Lonnie’s old caddy/driver, Old Henry.
• Childhood friend of Lance.

Previously In:
Rap Sh!t, Ramy, The Young Wife

How to Watch

1. Open Netflix.
2. Search for The Hawk.
3. Press play and enjoy the funny golf adventure!

Important Point: The Hawk is now streaming on Netflix — all you need is a subscription and a smile!

Summary

The Hawk is a new Netflix comedy starring Will Ferrell as Lonnie, a washed-up golf hero chasing the Grand Slam. He gets help from his funny family (Stacy, Lance), new pals (Sam, Crystal, Jerry, Natalie), and faces rivals (Golden Fisk, Anton, Radford). It’s a big, silly team story about never giving up — and it’s ready to stream right now!

FAQ

Q1: Do I need to know about golf to enjoy The Hawk?
A: No! The show is made for laughs, and many characters (like Sam) don’t know golf either.

Q2: Is Will Ferrell really playing golf?
A: He practiced and got better, but in filming they shoot the scene many times — real golf is harder!

Q3: What is a Grand Slam in this show?
A: It means winning all the major golf tournaments; Lonnie only needs one more to complete it.

Q4: Are Molly Shannon and Will Ferrell really friends?
A: Yes! They worked together on SNL long ago and say it’s like playing with a best friend.

Q5: Can I watch it with my family?
A: Yes, it’s a friendly ensemble comedy on Netflix meant for everyone to enjoy.