Will Ferrell Takes Another Swing at Comedy in Netflix’s New Series GOLF

Netflix has enlisted Will Ferrell for a swing at sports humor with its latest series, GOLF. The show will combine the quirkiness of golf culture with the comedic genius of Ferrell, who is set to star and co-create the series. The streaming service has committed to a 10-episode season that pairs Ferrell with some notable names in both comedy and drama.

According to Netlfix, the series GOLF, created by Ferrell, Ramy Youssef, and Josh Rabinowitz, introduces viewers to a fictional golf legend portrayed by Ferrell. While details about Youssef’s character remain a closely guarded secret, it’s confirmed that the show will not focus solely on these two.

Youssef and Rabinowitz bring a strong track record of successful projects, having previously collaborated on Hulu’s Ramy, a show that received critical acclaim for its insightful and humorous exploration of cultural identity. They will serve as showrunners for GOLF and will executive produce alongside Ferrell.

GOLF is Ferrell’s return to scripted television comedy, a domain where he first made his mark with Saturday Night Live. Since then, Ferrell has built an impressive resume with roles in major films like Elf, Anchorman, and Talladega Nights. His work as a producer includes successful series such as Netflix’s Dead to Me and HBO’s Succession.

The decision to launch GOLF aligns with Netflix’s strategy to venture into what it describes as “sports-adjacent” programming. This approach was more evident by the November live stream of The Netflix Cup, which brought together pro golfers and Formula 1 drivers. The streaming giant has also seen success with the docuseries Full Swing, which taps into the personal and professional lives of professional golfers.

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Will Ferrell Brings Anchorman’s Ron Burgundy Back for the Roast of Tom Brady

Another sports-flavored Netflix show was the Roast of Tom Brady, where Will Ferrell resurrected his “Anchorman” character, Ron Burgundy, to deliver a barrage of tongue-in-cheek tributes and playful jabs at the NFL legend Tom Brady. Ferrell masterfully mixed humor and homage in a spectacle that underscored his comedic prowess.

Introduced as “a living legend and the world’s top news anchor,” Ferrell’s Burgundy persona quickly set the tone for the evening. The actor opened his act by saying,

What followed was a clever, affectionate roast of Brady, celebrating the football star’s career and charisma, with Burgundy’s trademark mix of egotism and cluelessness. Ferrell’s Burgundy began with remarks about Brady’s almost unfair physical appeal.

“This man is gorgeous. Look at those cheekbones. That’s a million-watt smile right there. I could get lost in those eyes—and right now, I am that person.”

As the roast continued, Ferrell’s Burgundy teased about Brady’s future prospects, which remains a hot topic following his retirement.

The roast, while filled with jests, ultimately served as an epic display of both Brady’s storied career and Ferrell’s comedic genius.