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Dust off your hockey sticks and polish those putters—it is time for Happy Gilmore2. Nearly three decades later, Adam Sandler is back to reprise his role as the unconventional golfer in Happy Gilmore 2.
Released in 1996, Happy Gilmore, starring Adam Sandler, showcased the role of a hockey player who transformed his skills in golf to save his grandmother’s house from the IRS. Netflix is bringing back the story with a promising blend of nostalgia and fresh antics.
The trailer of the movie has already launched which begins with Happy Gilmore, now dealing with much younger golfers. At the same time, he is grappling with romance with Virginia, played by Julie Bowen. Apart from Adam Sandler and Julie Bowen, the cast includes a mix of old and new faces. Want to know what awaits in the sequel movie? Let’s dive into it.
When does Happy Gilmore 2 release?
Netflix has already announced the premiere date of Happy Gilmore 2, which is on July 25, 2025. They have already released a teaser trailer on March 18, 2025, providing a sneak peek into the sports comedy (via Netflix). The release time of the movie is a perfect mid-year treat for the fans to watch the movie from the comfort of their homes.
Murder Mystery director Kyle Newacheck reunited with Sandler to direct the sequel, while the original co-writer Tim Herlihy is the writer of the sequel, with Dennis Dugan serving as executive producer.
What’s new in the plot of Happy Gilmore 2?
While there have been no significant updates about the plot, some glimpses can be found in the trailer. Happy Gilmore is now older but not necessarily wiser, while he is navigating through the challenges in his life.
The movie will focus on his hockey-inspired golf skills, unorthodox strategies, and the comedic mishaps of Gilmore that made him endearing to the fans in the original movie.
Additionally, the sequel movie will delve into his personal growth, relationships, his continued rivalry with Shooter McGavin. The movie will also include some real-life golf practices and personalities, suggesting that Happy Gilmore might be rubbing shoulders with the elites of the golf world.
Familiar faces and new additions to the cast
The sequel boasts an amalgamation of fresh new faces along with some returning characters. Adam Sandler leads the cast as Happy Gilmore, while Julie Bowen reprises her role as Virginia Venit and Christopher McDonald as the infamous Shooter McGavin. Fans will be delighted to see Ben Stiller back to reprise his role as Hal L.
Apart from the returning characters, some new faces have been introduced. Margaret Qualley, Bad Bunny, and professional wrestler Maxwell Jacob Friedman are some of the names that have been associated with the movie.
Sports figures like Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, Travis Kelce, and John Daly will make an appearance as cameo characters, adding an authentic touch to the golfing scenes. Conor Sherry, Ethan Cutkosky, Philip Fine Schneider, Blake Clark, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, and Paige Spiranic are the other notable cast members (via People).
Happy Gilmore 2 is shaping up to be a great comedy, blending the charm of the original movie with contemporary humor. Fans are quite intrigued to see how Happy Gilmore is doing after three decades. As the release date approaches, fans are eagerly waiting for what Gilmore has to offer.
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