Pictured: Will Ferrell as Lonnie Hawkins in The Hawk – Gloria Sanchez Productions
Will Ferrell’s sports comedy series has officially got a title, falconAnd Netflix has confirmed a summer release window. Ferrell will lead the cast, and we have our first look at the characters in action with the first teaser trailer. Here’s everything you need to know.
falcon It is produced by Ferrell’s production company, Gloria Sanchez Productions, along with Rian Johnson and Ram Bergman’s T-Street. Jessica Elbaum, Alix Taylor, Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, Nena Rodrigue, David Gordon Green and Andrew Guest serve as executive producers. It was a 10 episode series First announced at the Netflix upfront in 2024.
Originally, Ramy Youssef, Josh Rabinowitz and Andy Campagna were attached to the project but dropped out in August 2025 due to creative differences. Following his departure, Harper Steele and Chris Henchy were officially promoted to co-producers alongside Will Ferrell.
when is it falcon Coming to Netflix?
Netflix confirmed this in its teaser trailer falcon To be released in summer 2026. The exact release date has not been announced by Netflix yet, but we are told that the series is expected to arrive on July 16, 2026, although its exact release date is expected to come soon.
An official poster of the series has also been released by Netflix.
what is the plot of falcon?
Netflix has provided an updated synopsis for falcon: :
“Lonnie Hawkins, (Will Ferrell) the number one golfer of 2004, is struggling to recapture his magic on the last nine of his career. His body tells him to retire, but his heart says he’s not done yet. His ex-wife and his son Lance, golf’s new golden boy, know he has moved on. But with one more major win to complete golf’s Grand Slam, Lonnie does it. Refuses to believe he’s one stroke away from the greatest comeback in golf history.”
While we are expecting a trailer soon, netflix tudum Exclusive first look shared for the new series:
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Image Credit: Netflix
Image Credit: Netflix
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Image Credit: Netflix
Who are the actors? falcon?
Cast grid for Netflix’s untitled golf series
The cast has been slowly announced, so let’s take a look at what we know:
Will Ferrell Lonnie is a natural in the role of ‘The Hawk’ Hawkins. Looney, once the reigning PGA champion and former world number one, is now struggling to recapture his fading glory. Arrogant and stubborn, he refuses to accept his downfall, straining his relationship with his rising star son, Lance, and alienating those closest to him. Following the death of his longtime associate, Old Henry, Lonnie is forced to confront his loneliness, mounting debts, and a painful search for salvation beyond the spotlight.
The actor has had an extensive comedy career, starring in dozens of films since 1996 step brother, anchorman, blades of Glory, semi pro, other people, Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby, old school, Zoolanderand many more. As far as Netflix projects go, Ferrell starred in the 2020 film Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga And Between Two Ferns: The Movie. This is more than just a show John Mulaney Presents: Everyone’s in LA and reprising his role as Ron Burgundy Roast of Tom Brady.
Will reunite with Ferrell on screen molly shannon (Only murders in the building, drivers ed), who plays Stacey, Lonnie’s sharp-tongued and outspoken ex-wife, a fit, no-nonsense woman who is determined to reclaim her independence. fortune feester (phubar, The Mindy Project) are playing Sam“A new caddy and potential good luck charm…”
jimmy tatro (Real Brother of Simi Valley, American savage) plays Lance, the son of Lonnie and a disciplined rising star on the pro golf circuit who has already claimed several tour wins. Health-conscious and laser-focused, she is a stark contrast with the reckless decadence of her father, Lonnie.
luke wilson (Royal Tenenbaums, old school) is stepping into the role of golden fiskdescribed as shooter mcguiney-type arch-adversary who is a rival of Will Ferrell’s character, having defeated him twice for the Tour Championship.
Other announced names for the series include:
- David Hornsby (It’s always sunny in Philadelphia) as Redford, Stacey’s new partner.
- chris parnell (Saturday night Live) as Anton, described as a PGA Tour board member and all-around jerk.
- caitlin tarver (big time rush) as Natalie, described as a social media influencer and Lance’s fiancée.
- gabriel hogan (deep chase) as Jerry.
- monroe cline (Don’t worry darling) as Dennis.
- Thomas Casp (middle ground) as Jason.
- Ivan Shafran As an unnamed tennis player.
What is the production status of falcon?
Development
filming scheduled
filming going on
post production
of netflix falcon Filming began on September 8, 2025, and was completed by December 17, 2025. The series was filmed in Los Angeles, California, and specifically secured a $17.1 million tax credit from the state.
What is the episode count?
There will be 10 episodes in the series. Runtime is yet to be announced.
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