Will Ferrell stars in The Hawk, a brand‑new Netflix sports comedy series now streaming. Critics call the show outdated, reusing jokes with flimsy writing. Reviews cite a shortage of new material and little room for laughter. Netflix released complete cast and character details online this week. Filming included gags and pranks between Ferrell and co‑star Fortune Feimster. They shared stories of wing‑eating contests during breaks. Early audience reactions mirror the mixed critical reception.