Get ready for some serious laughs on the green! Luke Wilson is set to reunite with Will Ferrell in a brand-new, as-yet-untitled golf comedy series coming to Netflix. This marks a major collaboration for the two comedic powerhouses, promising a hilarious take on the world of professional golf.
Wilson to Play Ferrell's Rival
Wilson will play a pro golfer who rivals Ferrell’s character, Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, a fictional golf legend. The rivalry is already heating up, with Wilson’s character having beaten Hawkins for the tour championship twice. This dynamic promises plenty of on-screen competition and comedic gold.
A Star-Studded Cast
The series boasts a fantastic supporting cast including Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver and David Hornsby. This ensemble of comedic talent, combined with Ferrell and Wilson's chemistry, is sure to make this one of Netflix's most anticipated comedy releases.
- Will Ferrell as Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins
- Luke Wilson as Ferrell's rival pro golfer
- Molly Shannon
- Jimmy Tatro
- Fortune Feimster
- Chris Parnell
- Katelyn Tarver
- David Hornsby
Ferrell's First TV Comedy Series
Surprisingly, this 10-episode Netflix series marks Ferrell’s first TV comedy series, aside from his iconic run on Saturday Night Live. This is also a reunion for Ferrell and Shannon, who were both cast members on SNL. The series is executive produced by Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, and Alix Taylor for Ferrell’s Gloria Sanchez Productions. Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, and Nena Rodrigue are executive producers for T-Street. Chris Henchy, Harper Steele, David Gordon Green, and Andrew Guest also serve as executive producers.
Sibling Rivalry in Streaming Comedy
Interestingly, Luke's brother, Owen Wilson, also stars in a streaming comedy series, Stick on Apple TV+, where he plays a former pro golfer. The Wilson brothers are bringing the world of professional golf to the streaming world, offering very different, but equally funny, takes on the sport.
Stay tuned for more updates on the title and release date of this exciting new Netflix comedy series!