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The Hawk Cast: Ferrell, Shannon & More Tee Off in Must-See Golf Series!
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
- Open Netflix.
- Search for The Hawk.
- 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.
