Owen Wilson as a quiet sports dad: A look at Stick on Apple TV+

Owen Wilson as a quiet sports dad: A look at Stick on Apple TV+

Owen Wilson opened up about his new role as a sports dad in an exclusive interview with Parade. The actor, known for numerous comedies, is the focus of the new golf comedy series “Stick,” which will premiere on Apple TV+ on June 4, 2025. Wilson plays the role of Pryce Cahill, a former professional golfer whose career ended abruptly 20 years ago. In the series, Pryce confronts a failed life, including a failed marriage and being fired from a sporting goods store in Indiana.

In “Stick,” Pryce Cahill is looking for a second chance and pins his hopes on 17-year-old golf prodigy Santi Wheeler, played by Peter Dager. Santi is struggling with personal problems, making him a difficult but promising player. Wilson also says that he has three children of his own: Robert (14), Finn (11) and Layla (6), and mentions that his sons often don't listen to him when he tells them about his experiences in the game. This illustrates his challenges in communicating with his own children during their sporting activities.

Parental sideline presence and volume

In conversation, Wilson compares his calm demeanor on the sidelines with other parents who often cheer loudly for their children. He remembers a friend who is extremely loud during games, which illustrates the contrast with his own behavior. Wilson describes himself as a "quiet presence" and tries to be a support without pushing himself to the forefront.

The characters of “Stick,” including Judy Greer, Marc Maron and Timothy Olyphant, round out the ensemble and offer an interesting mix of comedy and drama. The first three episodes of the series will be available at launch, followed by new episodes weekly. Glimpses of the series show Pryce working in a golf shop at a country club, and a bonus clip from Episode 2 shows Pryce hiring his former caddy, Mitts (Marc Maron), to train Santi.

The combination of Wilson's family life, his role as a father and the challenges his character endures in "Stick" piques viewers' interest. The golf comedy promises to not only be entertaining, but also provide deeper insight into the dynamics of the sport and parenting. The anticipation for the premiere on June 4, 2025 is increasing, especially given the positive expectations that are already being placed on the series.

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