Netflix's No. 1 show of last week is holding steady on the charts, with the streamer naming it the most-watched series of the week for the second consecutive time. When Netflix unveiled its Top 10 list of shows in the United States for the week of July 20-26, Will Ferrell's new comedy series The Hawk stood at the top spot. The series, which focuses on Ferrell's character—a washed-up golf legend chasing one last major—was heavily predicted to be the top Netflix show of the week.
Polymarket traders predicted with 100% odds that The Hawk would stay atop the charts. Other shows included in the spread, such as Season 2 of Ransom Canyon, the reboot of Little House on the Prairie, and the thriller I Will Find You, were no match for the comedy's momentum. According to streaming data from FlixPatrol, The Hawk held the No. 1 position from its July 17 debut until July 25, maintaining a strong presence in the top tier ever since.
A Star-Studded Cast
In The Hawk, Will Ferrell stars as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, a professional golfer on the back nine of his career who drags his loved ones into the chaos of his final attempt at glory. He is joined by a talented ensemble cast, including Molly Shannon as his estranged wife, Stacy, and Jimmy Tatro as his son, Lance. The series also features performances by Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, David Hornsby, Katelyn Tarver, Gabriel Hogan, and Aida Osman.
Critical Reception vs. Audience Engagement
Despite the show’s undeniable success on the charts, critics have been less enthusiastic. As of press time, the series holds a 31% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, though it maintains a more favorable 63% audience score. Reviewers have noted that while the show leans heavily into Ferrell’s signature comedic style, some find the narrative repetitive. Nevertheless, the viewership numbers suggest that the series is clearly resonating with fans, proving that audience interest often outweighs critical consensus in the streaming era.
Netflix's Top 10 Shows in the U.S. (July 20-26)
- The Hawk
- Ransom Canyon Season 2
- I Will Find You
- The Ultimatum Marry or Move On Season 4
- Raw
- Little House on the Prairie Season 1
- Elite Force
- Worst Neighbor Ever
- My Daughter's Father
- Ms. Rachel Season 1