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Happy Gilmore 2
Directed byKyle Newacheck
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Distributed byNetflix
Release date
  • July 2025 (2025-07)
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

Happy Gilmore 2 is an upcoming American sports comedy film directed by Kyle Newacheck, and written by Tim Herlihy and Adam Sandler. It is a sequel to Happy Gilmore (1996). Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Dennis Dugan, and Ben Stiller reprise their roles from the original film.

Cast

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Maxwell Jacob Friedman, Scott Mescudi, Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, Benny Safdie, and Nick Swardson have been cast in undisclosed roles.

Professional golfers Keegan Bradley, John Daly, Rickie Fowler, Collin Morikawa, Jack Nicklaus, Corey Pavin, Xander Schauffele, Jordan Spieth, and Lee Trevino (who also appeared in the first film), are set to make cameo appearances.[1] Other confirmed cameos include rapper Eminem, football player Travis Kelce, and talk show host Dan Patrick.[2][3][4][5]

Production

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In September 2022, Adam Sandler stated that he hoped to eventually make a sequel to Happy Gilmore, saying he had been creating ideas for what a follow-up film would be, while stating the character would be involved in a senior golf tour.[6] In March 2024, Christopher McDonald revealed that a sequel was in development, and that Sandler had shown him a draft of the script to read.[7]

In May, it was announced that Netflix had greenlit the film, taking over for the first film's distributor Universal Pictures.[8] Kyle Newacheck was hired to direct the film, with Tim Herlihy co-writing the screenplay with Sandler. In July, Nick Swardson announced he would star in the film.[9] In August, Sandler revealed Benny Safdie would have a role in the film,[10] with football player Travis Kelce set to make a cameo.[11] In September, McDonald and Julie Bowen were confirmed to be reprising their roles, with Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, and Maxwell Jacob Friedman also added to the cast.[12][13][14] John Daly would reveal he had filmed scenes for the film.[15]

Principal photography began on September 9, 2024, in New Jersey, coinciding with Sandler's 58th birthday.[16] A casting call took place at a hotel in Morristown, New Jersey.[17] Filming locations in New Jersey include a country club in Bedminster,[18] a burger shop in Garfield,[19] a golf center in Hackettstown,[20] a nail salon in Maplewood,[21] a beach in Middletown,[22] a deli in Millburn,[23] a French restaurant in Montclair,[23] a cafe in Morristown,[24] a public school in Newark,[25] Seton Hall University in South Orange,[21] Montclair Golf Club in West Orange,[23] Verona Town Hall in Verona Township,[26] and a Stop & Shop supermarket in Clifton. In November, Ben Stiller was revealed to have joined the cast, reprising his role as Hal L. from both the previous film and Hubie Halloween (2020),[27] and Dennis Dugan, who directed the original film, was confirmed to be reprising his role as tour commissioner Doug Thompson.[28] Filming wrapped on December 10.[29]

Release

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Happy Gilmore 2 is scheduled to be released on Netflix in July 2025.[29]

References

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  1. ^ Wells, Adam. "Jordan Spieth Reveals Nicklaus, Top Golfers Filmed for Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2". Bleacher Report. Retrieved December 7, 2024.
  2. ^ LW (October 1, 2024). "John Daly confirms Happy Gilmore 2 alongside Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce". MARCA. Retrieved November 8, 2024.
  3. ^ Iervolino, Stephen; Blackwelder, Carson (August 22, 2024). "Adam Sandler confirms Travis Kelce cameo in 'Happy Gilmore' sequel". ABC7 Chicago. Retrieved November 8, 2024.
  4. ^ Jenkins, Tom. "Eminem spotted filming 'secret cameo' for Happy Gilmore 2 as source reveals surprising thing he did on set". Sport Bible. Retrieved November 10, 2024.
  5. ^ Italiano, Eric. "Dan Patrick Shares Epic Photos With Adam Sandler From Behind-The-Scenes Of 'Happy Gilmore 2'". BroBible. Retrieved December 6, 2024.
  6. ^ Clayton, Davis (September 29, 2022). "Adam Sandler Talks 'Hustle,' Hosting 'SNL' This Season and Being Open to 'Waterboy' Sequel: 'I Love Mama'". Variety. Retrieved October 5, 2022.
  7. ^ Gajewski, Ryan (March 22, 2024). "Happy Gilmore 2 Script in the Works From Adam Sandler, Says Original Film Star". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved March 23, 2024.
  8. ^ Grobat, Matt (May 15, 2024). "Happy Gilmore Sequel Greenlighted At Netflix". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
  9. ^ Chinman, Luke (August 7, 2024). "Happy Gilmore 2: All About Adam Sandler's Follow-Up to His '90s Comedy Classic". People. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
  10. ^ Perella, Vincent (August 21, 2024). "Adam Sandler Confirms Benny Safdie Is in Happy Gilmore 2 and Says That His Josh Safdie Baseball Film Is 'Hopefully Going to Come Back'". IndieWire. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
  11. ^ Evans, Greg (August 21, 2024). "Adam Sandler Says Travis Kelce Set For Happy Gilmore Sequel Cameo". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved August 21, 2024.
  12. ^ Galuppo, Mia (September 10, 2024). "Bad Bunny Joins Adam Sandler in 'Happy Gilmore 2' (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 10, 2024.
  13. ^ "Margaret Qualley reveals how she got the part in Adam Sandler's 'Happy Gilmore 2'". The International News. September 25, 2024. Retrieved September 25, 2024.
  14. ^ Kroll, Justin (September 27, 2024). "Professional Wrestling Star Maxwell Jacob Friedman Joins Adam Sandler In 'Happy Gilmore 2'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  15. ^ Gajewski, Ryan (September 27, 2024). "Happy Gilmore 2: Infamous Pro Golfer John Daly Reveals He Filmed Role in Netflix Sequel". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  16. ^ Harrison, Scoop (September 9, 2024). "Happy Gilmore 2 Officially Begins Production, Adam Sandler Reveals". Consequence Film. Retrieved September 9, 2024.
  17. ^ Morel, Kyle (August 21, 2024). "The casting call for 'Happy Gilmore 2' drew a massive crowd to this small New Jersey town". Golfweek. New Jersey Herald. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  18. ^ "'Happy Gilmore 2 ' Filming to Start at Fiddler's Elbow in Upcoming Weeks". TAPinto. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  19. ^ Ahmad, Manahil. "This North Jersey restaurant will be a filming spot for 'Happy Gilmore' sequel". North Jersey Media Group. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  20. ^ Barron, Sam (September 17, 2024). "Adam Sandler, Judd Apatow Spotted Filming 'Happy Gilmore 2' At Hackettstown Golf Course". Hackettstown Daily Voice. Retrieved September 18, 2024.
  21. ^ a b "VIDEO: Adam Sandler Spotted Filming in South Orange & Maplewood". The Village Green. September 13, 2024. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  22. ^ Kuperinsky, Amy (September 17, 2024). "See photos of Adam Sandler on 'Happy Gilmore 2' set in N.J." nj.com. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  23. ^ a b c Gallotto, Tony. "NJ Goes 'Ga-Ga' for 'Happy Gilmore' Star Adam Sandler". TAPinto. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  24. ^ Ahmad, Manahil. "Here's where Adam Sandler is filming 'Happy Gilmore 2' in NJ". North Jersey Media Group. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  25. ^ Kiefer, Eric (September 30, 2024). "'Happy Gilmore 2' Films In Newark; City Adds To Its Hollywood Resume". Newark, NJ Patch. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  26. ^ Ahmad, Manahil. "Latest Adam Sandler North Jersey spotting comes in Verona while filming 'Happy Gilmore 2'". North Jersey Media Group. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  27. ^ Richards, Bailey. "Happy Gilmore Is Back! Adam Sandler and Ben Stiller Spotted Filming Long-Awaited Sequel in New Jersey". People. Retrieved November 9, 2024.
  28. ^ Gajewski, Ryan. "'Happy Gilmore' Director Returning for Role in Netflix Sequel". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  29. ^ a b Gajewski, Ryan. "Adam Sandler Celebrates 'Happy Gilmore 2' Wrapping Shoot, Teases Possible Release Date". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved December 11, 2024.
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