Will Ferrell's Netflix Golf Comedy Series 'The Hawk' is set to premiere on July 16, 2023, and the official teaser and release date have been announced. The series follows the story of Lonnie Hawkins, a former number one golfer who is struggling to recapture his magic on the back nine of his career. His ex-wife, played by Molly Shannon, and his son, Lance, played by an unknown actor, know he's through, but Lonnie refuses to believe he's anything other than one stroke away from the greatest comeback in golf history. The teaser clip shows Hawk ready for a comeback, shouting, 'Oh, Mama, I'm back!' as he hits a line drive straight into a bystander. The series also features a talented supporting cast, including Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, and David Hornsby. Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor executive produce for Gloria Sanchez Productions, while Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue are executive producers for T-Street. Chris Henchy, Harper Steele, David Gordon Green, and Andrew Guest will serve as executive producers. The series is directed by Rian Johnson and produced by Gloria Sanchez Productions and T-Street. The teaser and premiere date were announced during Netflix's Upfront presentation in New York, and the streamer also released some first-look photos and a previously-released promo. The series is expected to be a hit with golf fans and comedy lovers alike, and the teaser clip and release date are sure to generate excitement for the upcoming premiere.
