Will Ferrell Welcomes Longtime Friend Luke Wilson to Netflix Golf Show Cast

Will Ferrell and Luke Wilson are set to reunite on screen through a new Netflix series centered on the world of golf. Luke Wilson has joined the cast, playing a significant rival to Will Ferrell’s character.
Cast and Crew Details
The series, still shrouded in plot secrecy, will portray Ferrell as a legendary fictional golfer. Wilson’s character, described as a professional golfer, has twice defeated Ferrell’s character in championship tours. This marks Ferrell’s first starring television role, accompanied by Wilson in a competitive dynamic.
Production Team
- Executive Producers: Will Ferrell, Jessica Elbaum, Alix Taylor (Gloria Sanchez Productions)
- T-Street Executive Producers: Rian Johnson, Ram Bergman, Nena Rodrigue
- Additional Executive Producers: Chris Henchy, Harper Steele, David Gordon Green, Andrew Guest
Series Overview
Scheduled for 10 episodes, the series will explore a fictional golfer engaging in a new league, which poses a challenge to the established PGA Tour. The concept echoes real-world tensions between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, adding contemporary relevance to the storyline.
Past Collaborations and Projects
Ferrell and Wilson have previously collaborated on projects such as “Old School” and “The Wendell Baker Story.” Wilson also made appearances in Ferrell’s “Anchorman” and “Blades of Glory.”
Ferrell’s Real-Life Golf Involvement
Off-screen, Ferrell actively participates in the Cancer For Colleges Classy Golf Classic, a charity event providing scholarships to children surviving cancer. Organized by his fraternity brother, Craig Pollard, the charity gained attention when a Florida man donated $57,000 in 2022 to play with Ferrell.
This upcoming show combines the comedic synergy of Ferrell and Wilson with an engaging sporting backdrop, promising an entertaining addition to Netflix’s lineup.