Netflix’s golf comedy The Hawk premiered on July 16, 2026, with all ten episodes dropping at once. Created by and starring Will Ferrell as washed-up golf legend Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins, the series follows his chaotic attempt to complete a career Grand Slam decades after his prime. The cast rounds out with Molly Shannon, Jimmy Tatro, Fortune Feimster, Luke Wilson, Chris Parnell, Katelyn Tarver, and David Hornsby, with the PGA Tour partnering on production.
But beyond the sports-comedy antics, The Hawk leans heavily on music to set its tone — pairing an original instrumental score with a wide-ranging library of licensed songs spanning rap, classic rock, and novelty pop hits. Here’s a full breakdown of the soundtrack, the composer behind it, and every confirmed song placement in Season 1.
The Hawk Soundtrack Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | The Hawk |
| Creator | Will Ferrell (with Harper Steele & Chris Henchy) |
| Director | Jonathan Watson |
| Production Companies | Gloria Sanchez Productions, T-Street |
| Platform | Netflix |
| Series Premiere | July 16, 2026 |
| Composer | The Octopus Project (Josh Lambert, Yvonne Lambert, Toto Miranda) |
| Soundtrack Label | Netflix Music |
| Album Release Date | July 16, 2026 |
| Total Tracks (Official Album) | 32 |
| Album Runtime | 48:14 |
The Hawk Soundtrack Overview
The official soundtrack album, The Hawk (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series), was released digitally through Netflix Music on July 16, 2026, timed to the show’s premiere. The 32-track collection compiles the original instrumental score composed for the series, distributed as a Hi-Res digital album with a UPC of 810123169368.
Rather than lean into a traditional orchestral sports-drama sound, the album leans into loose, quirky instrumental cues that match the show’s comedic tone — a natural fit given the composers’ background scoring absurdist indie comedies. Track titles like “Professional Golf Man,” “Putt-Putt,” and “Half a Dick’s Length” signal the irreverent sensibility carried over from Will Ferrell’s broader comedic style. Alongside the score, the series also draws on an extensive library of licensed songs — from 2000s rap and pop-punk to classic rock and novelty one-hit wonders — to punctuate individual scenes throughout its ten episodes.
Who Composed The Hawk Soundtrack?
The original score for The Hawk was composed by The Octopus Project, the Austin, Texas-based experimental band made up of core members Josh Lambert, Yvonne Lambert, and Toto Miranda. Formed in 1999, the trio built their reputation as instrumentalists blending psychedelic rock, analog electronics, and post-rock textures, releasing six studio albums on labels including Peek-A-Boo Records and Graveface. Yvonne Lambert is known for her use of theremin and vintage synthesizers, while Josh Lambert (her brother) and Toto Miranda round out the group’s multi-instrumental approach across guitar, bass, keys, and drums.
The band has scored film and television projects since the early 2010s, most often as longtime collaborators of directing duo David and Nathan Zellner. That relationship earned them a Special Jury Award for Musical Score at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival for Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter, and has continued through several subsequent Zellner Brothers projects. The Hawk marks one of their highest-profile television scoring credits to date, and coincides with Film Music Reporter’s confirmation that the band has also been tapped to score the Zellners’ upcoming feature Alpha Gang.
The Hawk Official Tracklist
The following 32-track listing and durations are sourced from FMDB’s official release page for the Netflix Music digital album, cross-referenced against Film Music Reporter’s own track-by-track breakdown.
| # | Track Title | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Professional Golf Man | 1:53 |
| 2 | Linda Batatata | 0:54 |
| 3 | That’s How It’s Done | 0:55 |
| 4 | They Call Him the Hawk | 2:28 |
| 5 | Play It as It Lies | 1:17 |
| 6 | Old Henry | 1:25 |
| 7 | Thong Song | 2:29 |
| 8 | Putt-Putt | 0:38 |
| 9 | Lead-Up to Open | 2:59 |
| 10 | Mystery Guy | 0:58 |
| 11 | Delicious Beats Bullshit | 1:33 |
| 12 | Leaderboard | 1:12 |
| 13 | Let Me Cook | 1:17 |
| 14 | You’re Not My Favorite | 1:22 |
| 15 | Fog Rolled In | 1:00 |
| 16 | Small Ball | 1:23 |
| 17 | I Got a Story | 1:44 |
| 18 | In Pretty Deep | 1:17 |
| 19 | Bigshot Golfer | 0:54 |
| 20 | Sneak Onto Course | 1:09 |
| 21 | Half a Dick’s Length | 1:38 |
| 22 | Bar Flirt | 1:30 |
| 23 | Loser to Hope | 1:36 |
| 24 | Lonnie Makes the Putt | 0:53 |
| 25 | Strange Day | 1:01 |
| 26 | Lance’s Trip | 1:50 |
| 27 | All Tied Up | 0:44 |
| 28 | Yard Book Battle | 0:44 |
| 29 | Financial Situation | 1:17 |
| 30 | Do Over | 3:26 |
| 31 | The Final Game | 2:45 |
| 32 | Ross Wrap Up | 2:03 |
Total Runtime: 48:14 (independently verified by summing per-track durations)
Note: Track title “They Call Him the Hawk” is credited on the album to “Hot Goat Music” rather than The Octopus Project directly — this appears to be a separate credit for the show’s theme cue, distinct from the band’s scored cues.
Score Highlights
A handful of cues stand out within the album, based on their track titles, episode placement, and the limited confirmed scene context available:
- “They Call Him the Hawk” — Functions as the show’s main title theme, playing over the opening of Episode 1.
- “Strange Day” — Confirmed to score a comedic scene between Lonnie and Stacy (Will Ferrell and Molly Shannon) in Episode 8, suggesting the track’s looser, off-kilter tone was written to underscore the couple’s chaotic dynamic.
- “Lance’s Trip” (Episode 3) and “Do Over” (the album’s longest cue at 3:26) — Their placement and length suggest they underscore key narrative turning points, likely tied to Lance’s storyline and Lonnie’s comeback arc, respectively, though this is an inference from track title and runtime rather than a confirmed scene description.
- “The Final Game” and “Ross Wrap Up” — Positioned as the album’s closing tracks, these likely accompany the season’s climactic tournament sequence and finale — an analytical read based on sequencing rather than a confirmed placement.
The Hawk Licensed Songs & Needle Drops
Beyond the score, The Hawk features an extensive library of licensed music. The following placements are confirmed via SeekerTune’s episode-by-episode scene breakdown:
Episode 1 – “The Hawk”
- “The Place Where I Worship” – Lorne Greene (golf course sprinkler scene)
- “Thong Song” – Sisqó
- “Twilight On the Trail” – Lorne Greene
- “WE NOT DONE” – 42 Dugg (Lance’s training montage)
- “Aserejé (Hippy)” – Las Ketchup (Lonnie’s phone ringtone in the restroom)
Episode 2 – “The Code”
- “Keep That Coffee Hot” – Scatman Crothers
- “The Funk You See Is the Funk You Do” – John Tropea
- “Tiger Rag” – The Mills Brothers
- “MMMBop” – Hanson (Lonnie and Sam singing on the bus)
- “Turn Down for What” – DJ Snake, Lil Jon (arrival at Old Henry’s funeral)
- “Please Be Mine” – Devin Hoffman (end credits)
Episode 3 – “Vegas”
- “Reelin’ In the Years” – Steely Dan
- “Rockin’ Pneumonia and the Boogie Woogie Flu” – Johnny Rivers
- “Ridin’ (feat. Krayzie Bone)” – Chamillionaire
- “Ain’t Gonna Stop” – Natural Child
- “Moanin'” – Lambert, Hendricks & Ross (closing credits)
Episode 4 – “Rose & Thorns”
- “Struttin'” – Thumpasaurus (fans waiting and rooting)
- “Reelin’ In the Years” – Steely Dan (reprise)
- “Now Or Never” – The Sheepdogs
- “Tu Falta de Querer” – Mon Laferte
Episode 5 – “Tears of a Hero”
- “Beach Barbeque (feat. The KPM Orchestra)” – Keith Mansfield
- “Play That Funky Music” – Wild Cherry
- “Step Aside” – Goodbye June (also used in the official teaser trailer)
Episode 6 – “The Prison Yard”
- “Renegade” – Styx
- “It’s in the Way That You Use It” – Eric Clapton
- “Say Something” – A Great Big World
- “Make the World Go Away” – Eddy Arnold
Episode 7 – “The Family That Plays Together”
- “Let’s Roll the Dice” – L.J. Nachsin, Tony B
- “Barracuda” – Heart
- “Love Gun” – Rick James
- “Swingin’ Around” – Tony B
- “What We On” – Chingy (poker scene)
- “I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail” – Buck Owens
Episode 8 – “Genesis International”
- “What Kind of Man Are You” – Dolores Johnson (playing on a jukebox)
- “Di’ una parola” – Antonello Venditti (Italian vinyl record on the jukebox)
- “No Effort” – Princess Nokia
- “I’m Not in Love” – 10cc
- “Lot Lizard 93” – Surfbort
Episode 9 – “The Pebble”
- “First Movement from Concerto for Violin, String Orchestra and Continuo in A Minor, BWV 1041” – Bobby McFerrin, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, Johann Sebastian Bach
- “Buss Em Up (The Illusory Alchemist Remix)” – Dubkiller
Episode 10 – “Pickle”
- “All I Do Is Win” – DJ Khaled feat. T-Pain, Ludacris, Snoop Dogg, Rick Ross
- “Ring My Bell” – Anita Ward
- “Warriors” – Too Many Zooz
- “End Credits: Try To Believe” – Mosley & The B-Men
Trailer-Only Placement: “Step Aside” by Goodbye June also served as the exclusive needle drop in the show’s official teaser, ahead of its confirmed in-episode use in Episode 5.
According to SeekerTune, Season 1 features 84 total confirmed music cues across its ten episodes when counting both licensed songs and individual original score placements; the itemized breakdown above reflects the licensed, non-score needle drops specifically confirmed with episode and scene context.
The Octopus Project Filmography
| Year | Project | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter | Film | Won Sundance Special Jury Award for Musical Score |
| 2018 | Damsel | Film | Directed by David & Nathan Zellner |
| 2021 | The Disappearance of Toby Blackwood | Film | Directed by Joe Ahern |
| 2022 | Butterfly in the Sky | Documentary | Reading Rainbow documentary; wide release 2024 |
| 2024 | Sasquatch Sunset | Film | Directed by David & Nathan Zellner |
| 2026 | The Hawk | Netflix Series | Composer credit shared as Josh Lambert, Yvonne Lambert & Toto Miranda |
| TBA | Alpha Gang | Film | Upcoming; announced by Film Music Reporter, July 2026 |
Where to Listen to The Hawk Soundtrack
The Hawk (Soundtrack from the Netflix Series) is available to stream and purchase digitally through Netflix Music. The full 32-track album can be found on Spotify and Apple Music, alongside availability through Amazon and other major digital retailers. Individual score cues and several licensed needle drops can also be searched for directly on Apple Music and Spotify using each track’s title and artist credit.
FAQs
Who composed the music for The Hawk (2026)?
The original score was composed by The Octopus Project — the Austin-based trio of Josh Lambert, Yvonne Lambert, and Toto Miranda.
How many tracks are on The Hawk official soundtrack album?
The official digital album contains 32 tracks with a combined runtime of 48:14.
When was The Hawk soundtrack released?
The soundtrack album was released digitally on July 16, 2026, via Netflix Music, coinciding with the series premiere.
Where can I stream The Hawk soundtrack?
The album is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, and other major digital music services.
Does The Hawk feature any licensed songs?
Yes. Alongside The Octopus Project’s original score, the series features licensed music from artists including Steely Dan, Sisqó, Hanson, Heart, 10cc, Chamillionaire, and Styx, among many others.
Has The Octopus Project scored other films?
Yes. The band previously scored Kumiko, the Treasure Hunter (winning a Special Jury Award at Sundance in 2014), Damsel, Butterfly in the Sky, and Sasquatch Sunset, and has been announced to score the upcoming film Alpha Gang.
How many episodes does The Hawk Season 1 have?
Season 1 consists of 10 episodes, all released simultaneously on July 16, 202, via Netflix.