Review: You May Want to Skip Will Ferrell's New Show
Will Ferrell's new Netflix golf comedy 'The Hawk' is drawing polarized reactions from critics upon its release.
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Will Ferrell's golf comedy The Hawk arrived on Netflix to mixed early reviews. Critical reception ranged from praising Ferrell as a comedy master to suggesting viewers skip the show.
Epilogue added 46d ago, after coverage quieted.
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Will Ferrell has debuted a new golf-themed comedy series titled 'The Hawk' on Netflix. Early critical reception is divided, with some reviews suggesting viewers may want to skip the show while others maintain that Ferrell remains a comedy master.
Coverage from Forbes and Yahoo emphasizes mixed early reviews, with Forbes noting that Rotten Tomatoes reviews have 'splattered' the production. Conversely, TV Insider offers a more positive take on the goofy comedy, while Roger Ebert describes the series as hitting 'comic sandtraps.' Future coverage is expected to track the show's overall reception as more viewers access the series on Netflix.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 46d ago.
Quick answers
What is the name of Will Ferrell's new show?
The show is titled 'The Hawk'.
Which streaming platform is hosting the series?
The series is available on Netflix.
How have critics responded to the show?
Responses are mixed, ranging from praise for Ferrell's comedic skill to suggestions that the show be skipped.
Who reported it (5)
- The Hawk review: Will Ferrell Netflix golf series hits some comic sandtraps Roger Ebert · 49d ago
- ‘The Hawk’ Rotten Tomatoes Reviews Splatter Will Ferrell Golf Comedy Forbes · 49d ago
- Will Ferrell’s ‘The Hawk’ Arrives on Netflix to Mixed Early Reviews Yahoo · 49d ago
- 'The Hawk' Review: Will Ferrell Remains a Comedy Master in Goofy Golf Comedy TV Insider · 49d ago
- Review: You May Want to Skip Will Ferrell's New Show Newser · 49d ago
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