Apple TV+ is back at it with another sports-focused TV show, ‘Stick’, similar to the hit classic ‘Ted Lasso’. After the success of Ted Lasso, Apple was looking for another avenue of opportunity to expand on a show with drama, comedy, and a major sport included. Why not make the shift to Golf with the massive infatuation of all things golf post-COVID?
With a star-studded cast, Owen Wilson, Marc Maron, and Judy Greer come together to bring a blend of family issues in sports, as well as a lighthearted approach with comedy, professional sports stars, and a twist you might not see coming.
With ‘Stick’ debuting solely on Apple TV+, we’ve laid the framework for how you can watch the hit new original and when to expect new episodes. Check out more of the cast and what to expect as you continue reading.
Apple TV+’s new show ‘Stick’ will be available only on Apple TV+ for new and existing subscribers. If you don’t have an Apple TV+ account yet, make sure to sign up for the 7-day free trial and get a taste for what the service has to offer. You’ll be able to access the first 4 episodes of the new show ‘Stick’ before making a decision to sign up. We think you’ll “stick” around, but that's up to you to decide.
The premier of ‘Stick’ has golf fans and TV fans alike biting at the chomp. With a star-studded cast, this show is undoubtedly going to be a hit. Apple TV+ has been on a roll lately, and with another original, there’s no doubt they’ve got a multi-season show on their hands. The cast includes professional athletes and some A-listers you won’t want to miss. Here is a brief look at the ‘Stick’ main cast.
Owen Wilson: Playing Pryce “Stick” Cahill, Wilson portrays a pro golfer whose career takes a turn after a meltdown during a PGA event. He works as a golf trainer and club salesman until he meets a prodigy named “Santi”.
Pete Dager: Playing Santi Wheeler, Dager acts as a young golf prodigy who has given up the game after his father walked out on his mother. Pryce convinces Santi to try again at his golf career and join amateur tournaments while trying to find himself as a professional golfer.
Mariana Treviño: Playing Elena Wheeler, Treviño is Pete’s mother, who has a protective demeanor about her son. She stays very close to the relationship that Pryce and Santi build.
Marc Maron: Playing Mitts, Maron is Pryce’s former caddy who has remained friends after his blow-up on tour. Together, Mitts and Pryce run tricks for quick cash before meeting Santi and training him.
‘Stick’ is expected to be a show that not only pulls on your heart strings with family issues, but provides a light-hearted comedic side to keep things fun. Owen Wilson, playing an ex-pro golfer, looks to take on a mentee who has an incredible golf game but has since given up a dream of anything more than amateur play since his father walked out on his mother.
Wilson and Maron, Maron plays Wilson’s ex-caddie, take on the role of leading Pete Dager (Santi Wheeler in Stick) to get back into competing in golf while trying to find something that Wilson has been searching for internally since his blow up on course in a tournament that lead to his ultimate departure from the professional golf world.