Will Ferrell's golf show 'The Hawk' isn't up to par: review
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Will Ferrell’s Netflix series "The Hawk" is criticized as a weak and tedious golf comedy that fails to capture the humor and charm of his earlier work, feeling more like a stretched-out sketch than a compelling show.
- The show follows Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins, a narcissistic pro golfer trying to make a comeback while overshadowed by his son, but lacks character development and relies heavily on recycled Ferrell antics.
- Supporting cast members like Molly Shannon and Chris Parnell make limited contributions, and the series struggles with an undercooked story and mean-spirited tone that alienates viewers.
- Critics note that Ferrell's comedic style has not evolved with his audience, resulting in humor that feels outdated and less effective compared to his early 2000s hits and other recent sports comedies.
- Compared to fresher and funnier shows with similar themes, "The Hawk" is seen as arriving too late and missing the mark, suggesting Ferrell’s talents are better suited for movies than extended TV series.
