Cinema VinesWill Ferrell’s latest Netflix series, The Hawk, has returned to the small screen with a fresh blend of comedy and heartfelt drama, set against a backdrop of some of the world’s most iconic golf courses. The show follows Lonnie Hawkins, a former golf legend whose sharp wit and self‑centered nature keep audiences hooked. What starts as a light‑hearted sports comedy quickly deepens into an emotional father‑son story, culminating in a tournament finale that defies the usual sports‑movie tropes.
Filming began on September 8, 2025, with Los Angeles serving as the production hub. California’s generous $17.1 million tax credit helped anchor the series in the state, keeping the production’s heart in Southern California. The series’ locations were carefully chosen to reinforce the narrative’s themes of prestige, luxury, and high stakes.
The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Coast provided the opulent setting for the show’s final weeks, its sweeping ocean views underscoring the corporate‑backed, ultra‑wealthy golf world surrounding Lonnie’s rival, Golden Fisk, played by Luke Wilson. Pinehurst Resort, a legendary venue, lent authenticity to the golf scenes and even featured in Netflix’s marketing campaign ahead of the July 2026 premiere, where Ferrell appeared in character during a promotional tour bus event that blurred fiction and reality.
Other key locations include Palm Beach Gardens, whose unforgiving terrain forces Lonnie to take a decisive final shot, and Las Vegas, which hosted a $3 million simulator showdown between Lonnie and his son Lance, portrayed by Jimmy Tatro. The neon‑lit arena and stadium‑style spectacle replaced traditional country‑club elegance, blending golf’s classic style with a modern, unpredictable edge.
With a blend of sharp humor, emotional depth, and stunning golf backdrops, The Hawk offers a fresh take on the sports‑drama genre, proving that even a former legend can find new ground both on and off the course.
