After years of anticipation, Netflix confirmed in May 2024 that Happy Gilmore 2 is in development, with Adam Sandler reprising his iconic role.
The original Happy Gilmore, released in 1996, became an instant classic. It told the story of an unremarkable ice hockey player (played by Sandler) who discovers an unexpected talent for golf. In the movie, he competes in a major tournament to win enough prize money to prevent his grandmother’s house from being taken away.
During a chat on 92.3 “The Fan” in Cleveland, McDonald revealed a surprising bit of news: “I bumped into Adam a couple of weeks ago, and he told me, ‘McDonald, you’re going to be so excited about this,'” he said. “I was curious, so I asked, ‘What’s up?’ and then he pulled out the first draft of Happy Gilmore 2 and said, ‘Check this out!’
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How did the original Happy Gilmore end?
In the final moments of the 1996 movie, Happy Gilmore (played by Sandler) pulls off a signature trick shot to clinch the Tour Championship. His victory not only earns him the coveted gold jacket but also saves his grandmother’s house from being taken away.
Casts of Happy Gilmore 2
In May 2024, Netflix made the exciting announcement that a Happy Gilmore sequel was in the works, with Adam Sandler set to reprise his famous role. A few months later, Sandler confirmed the news himself and added a surprise twist—Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce would also be joining the cast.
During an August 2024 episode of Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast, Sandler revealed that the real reason behind the sequel was to hang out with Travis. “That was the whole point,” he joked. “We’re heading to New Jersey for it, and hey, Travis, appreciate you talking about Happy Gilmore 2 on your show, man.”
The comedian mentioned that there was an idea for a special role for the NFL star, but they eventually decided to drop it.
Sandler explained, “At one point, we joked about Travis playing my son while we were working on the script, like six months ago. We thought it would be hilarious—picture him as my first child, all tough and cool.”
That same month, Netflix confirmed that Julie Bowen and Christopher McDonald would return for the sequel. The streaming platform shared the exciting news on X, cheekily stating, “Shooter McGavin and Virginia Venit, please report to the green.” Just moments later, they also revealed that Bad Bunny would be joining the film’s cast.
In December 2024, Sandler spilled the beans during an interview on The Dan Patrick Show, announcing that rapper Eminem would be making a memorable cameo in the movie. He teased that it would be “absolutely hilarious,” sparking even more anticipation for the film’s release.
Sandler had nothing but praise for Eminem’s involvement in the movie, saying, “Eminem was fantastic. He came through and absolutely killed it.” While he kept the details of Eminem’s role a secret, Sandler shared, “I’ve known him for years, and he’s a great guy. He came in, was hilarious, and just delivered non-stop. We spent the whole day with him, and he was on fire, coming up with line after line. We’re lucky we managed to get so much on tape—it’s going to be awesome.”
What is the Storyline of Happy Gilmore 2?
Netflix has yet to share specifics about the plot of Happy Gilmore 2, but Adam Sandler confirmed that the script is already in the works.
“We’ve been working on it and bouncing ideas around,” Sandler said during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show in April 2024. “We’ve got tons of concepts, but now it’s about shaping them into a story that feels right. We’re passionate about Happy Gilmore and want to make sure we create something that both we and the fans will love. We definitely don’t want to let anyone down.”
Are Julie Bowen and Adam Sandler’s Characters Still Together in Happy Gilmore 2?
During a September interview on The Today Show, Julie Bowen revealed that her character and Adam Sandler’s character are still an item in the upcoming sequel. “Yes, we’re definitely together,” she said, confirming that their on-screen relationship continues to play a key role in the story.
