Netflix is ramping up its sports satire game with GOLF, a fresh 10‑episode comedy series starring the legendary Will Ferrell—his first television comedy outing on the streamer. Here’s your insider look at this promising new binge, complete with production updates, storyline teasers, and creative pedigree.
What’s the Game Plan?
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Title & Format
The show is officially titled GOLF, and it’s a 10‑episode scripted series ordered by Netflix. -
Plot Overview
Will Ferrell plays Lonnie Hawkins, a once‑dominant but now past‑his‑prime golf legend. Facing challenges: trying to reclaim former glory, navigating a strained father‑son dynamic, and coping with the loss of his longtime caddie. A new caddie enters the picture, sparking a comeback attempt with plenty of comedic turbulence.
Who’s behind Netflix’s upcoming series “GOLF”?
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Cast & Crew
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Will Ferrell headlines as Lonnie Hawkins .
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Ramy Youssef is not only co‑creator and showrunner but also joins the cast alongside Ferrell.
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Showrunners/Creators: Ferrell teams with Ramy Youssef and Josh Rabinowitz, best known for their work on Ramy and Broad City.
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Executive Producers
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Gloria Sanchez Productions (Ferrell’s banner, with Jessica Elbaum and Alix Taylor),
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T‑Street (Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, Nena Rodrigue),
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Cairo Cowboy (Youssef, Andy Campagna),
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Josh Rabinowitz.
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Filming & Production Timeline
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Filming is scheduled to kick off in Los Angeles from September to December 2025.
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The idea was first announced in April 2023, with Netflix officially green‑lighting the project under the title GOLF by May 15, 2024.
Why It’s a Big Deal
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| First Ferrell comedy series | After years starring in big-screen comedies (Anchorman, Elf), this is Ferrell’s first major comedy specifically for streaming television. |
| Sharp creative team | With Ramy Youssef’s Emmy & Golden Globe‑winning flair plus Josh Rabinowitz’s track record, the series promises smart humor and character depth . |
| Timely satire | The premise touches upon rival golf leagues like LIV, so expect comedic digs at real-world sports drama—all in an anthropomorphic green‑jacket package . |
Netflix hasn’t revealed a premiere date yet, but expect GOLF to premiere in late 2026 or early 2027. With filming wrapping by December 2025, the timing aligns with a mid‑2026 launch at the earliest.
With a star-studded creative lineup, a comedic spin on real‑world sports conflicts, and Will Ferrell leading the charge, GOLF looks poised to be a fairway full of laughs. Stay tuned—and maybe dust off those clubs. This could be Netflix’s next Fore!ger project.
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