“Happy Gilmore 2”: All About Adam Sandler’s Follow-Up to His ‘90s Comedy Classic

Netflix confirmed the highly-anticipated second movie almost 30 years after the original was released

Happy Gilmore is finally returning to the green.

The long-awaited followup to the 1996 cult classic is officially in the works — with Adam Sandler, who starred in and co-wrote the original, set to bring his acting and writing chops back for the sequel.

After Christopher McDonald, who played Shooter McGavin in Happy Gilmore, let it slip that a sequel was underway during a March 2024 interview on Audacy's 92.3 The Fan, Sandler clarified his remarks. While speaking on the Dan Patrick Show the following month, Sandler confirmed that Happy Gilmore 2 was in production, joking that he had tried to tell McDonald to keep the news a secret.

On May 15, 2024, Netflix officially confirmed that Sandler would be reprising his role in a forthcoming film for the platform. The PGA Tour even posted a video on X (formerly Twitter) of the actor jokingly saying, “Shooter McGavin, this one’s for you,” before taking his character's signature heavy swing.

In August 2024, following the news that Travis Kelce will act in Happy Gilmore 2, Sandler appeared on the football player's podcast New Heights to talk about the upcoming sequel.

"The movie itself picks up from an older guy who played golf a long time. Some stuff goes on in his life, and he's different — he's a bit of a mess," the comedian said. "And then we try to get his life cooking again."

From new cast additions to confirmed filming locations, here’s everything to know about Happy Gilmore 2. 

What is Happy Gilmore 2 about?

Netflix has not yet released any plot details of the Happy Gilmore sequel but Sandler has shared a few details and some of the cast have guesses on what direction the film will take.

When McDonald initially teased a potential second film during an October 2023 interview on The Movie Dweeb, the actor gave some of his suggestions for the plot. “I was hoping the Ryder Cup — that would be kind of cool. Or the Senior tour or something,” McDonald said. “We’ll see what happens.”

While Sandler indicated that there was a first draft of the script in April 2024, comedian Nick Swardson — who says he has joined the cast of Happy Gilmore 2 — said during an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show in July 2024 that there was still not a final script, even though filming was set to begin in September. “It’s the most Sandler thing ever,” Swardson said.

The comedian did add that his character is seen in flashbacks to the 1950s before adding that he couldn't say anything more. Sandler confirmed in August 2024 that the film is about an "older guy who played golf a long time ago."

Which cast members are joining — and returning for — Happy Gilmore 2?

In the studio’s official announcement, Netflix only revealed that Sandler would be bringing back his character for the sequel. However, several actors have independently alluded to or confirmed their participation in Happy Gilmore 2.

Related: Adam Sandler's 2 Kids: All About Sadie and Sunny

McDonald has publicly spoken about the sequel several times and Swardson has said he'll be playing a 1950s golfer. The comedian is a longtime friend of Sandler’s who has participated in dozens of roles for his production company Happy Madison Productions.

McDonald's involvement was made official by Netflix in an Instagram post shared in September 2024, and at the same time, the streamer confirmed that Julie Bowen would also be returning, with Bad Bunny joining the cast as well.

Sandler also half-joked that Dan Patrick — a longtime friend and collaborator — should make an appearance when he spoke to the radio personality in April 2024. “You’re definitely in it,” Sandler teased, adding, “We’ve got you right now playing you — playing o-Danny-boy, I call you. But you’re not happy with it.” Patrick kept the bit going saying, “No, I’ll do it."

In August 2024, Sandler revealed that Travis Kelce joined the cast of the movie during an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, calling him a "very nice guy."

"He has mentioned it and so we have a nice something for Travis. He is going to come by," Sandler said, later adding, "You guys would love him in real life. What a big, handsome guy. He's a stud and he's so funny."

While talking to Indiewire that same month, Sandler confirmed that Benny Safdie would "have a juicy part" in Happy Gilmore 2 as well.

The movie also held open auditions for extras to appear in the movie in Morristown, N.J., as News 12 reported.

When will Happy Gilmore 2 be released?

Netflix has not yet announced a Happy Gilmore 2 release date.

The studio confirmed news of the movie on May 15, 2024, and Swardson said filming would begin in September. The comedian also mentioned some of the production would take place in New Jersey.

Where can I watch Happy Gilmore 2?

When Netflix confirmed that it was producing the long-awaited sequel in May 2024, they also confirmed the film would be available on its platform.

“Adam Sandler will reprise his iconic role in a brand new movie coming to Netflix,” the studio wrote on X.

Where does Happy Gilmore leave off?

The 1996 classic follows Gilmore, an unsuccessful ice hockey player with a forceful slapshot and a very short temper. After an impromptu long-drive competition, Happy discovers his hockey swing sets him up well for another sport: golf.

In need of some quick cash — his grandmother faces foreclosure on her house if she doesn’t pay off her debt — Gilmore enters a series of tours, finding a mentor in former golf star Chubbs Peterson (Carl Weathers) and an enemy in McGavin.

In the end, Gilmore prevails over his nemesis at the Tour Championship, winning back his grandmother’s house and even getting a vision from the heavens of his mentor Peterson, who passed away before the championships.

For more People news, make sure to sign up for our newsletter!

Read the original article on People.