Adam Sandler reflects on working with family in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’
The stars of “Happy Gilmore 2” hit the green carpet in New York to celebrate the film’s upcoming release, in which Adam Sandler returns to the golf course as Happy Gilmore nearly 30 years after the original film.
Everyone’s favorite golfer is back after almost three decades, and he’s ready to swing again.
“Happy Gilmore isn’t done with golf — not by a long shot,” the film’s synopsis says. “Adam Sandler’s short-fused legend swings for a comeback to make his kid’s dream come true.”
Netflix first announced in May 2024 that Sandler, 58, would reprise his role as Happy Gilmore, a hot-tempered hockey player-turned-golfer, in the sequel to the beloved 1996 golf comedy “Happy Gilmore.” The film is a favorite among Sandler’s fans and found a cult following in the golf community.
In the sequel, co-written by Sandler, Happy has left golf behind after a tragic accident years ago. When he needs to raise $300,000 to send his daughter, Vienna (Sunny Sandler), to a prestigious ballet school in Paris, Happy hits the links again, where he runs into old pal Shooter McGavin (Christopher McDonald). Happy also has to save traditional golf when an energy drink mogul (Benny Safdie) tries to popularize a more extreme version of the sport.
What was ‘Happy Gilmore’ about?
In the original film, Sandler plays a professional hockey player named Happy Gilmore who develops a passion for golf. Happy decides to join a golf tournament and win enough money to buy his grandmother’s (Frances Bay) home before she loses it.
During the tournament, Happy faces off against arrogant golfer Shooter McGavin, who is threatened by him.
“With his powerful driving skills and foulmouthed attitude, Happy becomes an unlikely golf hero — much to the chagrin of the well-mannered golf professionals,” the film’s synopsis reads.
Here’s what to know about “Happy Gilmore 2,” including the release date, cast and trailer.
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When does ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ come out?
“Happy Gilmore 2” releases on Friday, July 25 at 3 a.m. ET/midnight PT on Netflix.
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How to watch ‘Happy Gilmore 2’
“Happy Gilmore 2” will be available to stream on Netflix at 3 a.m. ET/midnight PT on Friday, July 25.
‘Happy Gilmore 2’ cast
Returning cast members for “Happy Gilmore 2,” as per Netflix, include:
Adam Sandler as Happy GilmoreJulie Bowen as Virginia VenitBen Stiller as HalChristopher McDonald as Shooter McGavinPhilip Schneider as BobbyMaxwell Friedman as GordieEthan Cutkosky as WayneConor Sherry as TerryJohn Daly as John Daly
New cast members include:
Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (aka Bad Bunny)Sadie SandlerSunny SandlerBlake ClarkMargaret Qualley’Happy Gilmore 2′ cameos
Here’s a list of all the celebrities spotted in the “Happy Gilmore 2” trailer:
Jackie SandlerEric AndréMartin HerlihyTim HerlihyNelly KordaNancy LopezVerne LundquistJack GiarraputoKevin NealonBenny SafdieJohn FarleyKym WhitleyLavell CrawfordKen JenningsCam’ronEminemPost MaloneMarcello HernandezDan PatrickOliver HudsonReggie BushBecky LynchNikki GarciaJack NicklausTravis KelceKen JenningsStephen A. SmithEminemPost MaloneBecky LynchWatch the ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ trailer
Netflix released the trailer for “Happy Gilmore 2” on May 31.
Contributing: Anthony Robledo, Brendan Morrow, USA TODAY
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