Summary:
- Adam Sandler confirms sequel to 1996 comedy “” on “Dan Patrick Show.”
- Original creative team, including Sandler and Tim Herlihy, collaborating on the project.
- Plot details under wraps, but aims to honor original cast members; Netflix onboard.
Remember Happy Gilmore, the hockey player with a golden (well, not so golden) touch… but for golf? This hilarious 1996 sports comedy, written by Adam Sandler and Tim Herlihy, followed Happy’s unorthodox path to golfing stardom.
After failing to make it in the professional hockey world, Happy discovers a hidden talent for golf – and a powerful drive (literally) that sends the ball flying. Determined to save his grandmother’s house from foreclosure, Happy enters a professional golf tournament.
With his wild swings, unconventional methods, and over-the-top antics, Happy becomes an unexpected sensation on the tour. He may not have followed the golfing etiquette, but the fans loved him for it!
Now, after all these years, Happy is gearing up for another round. Adam Sandler himself confirmed the news on Wednesday’s “Dan Patrick Show,” following an accidental leak by co-star Christopher McDonald. Sandler is collaborating on the project with his college buddy Tim Herlihy, and staying true to the original crew seems to be a priority. There’s also word that Netflix is on board with the project.
While plot details remain under wraps, Sandler has expressed his desire to honor the memories of the late Bob Barker, Carl Weathers, and Joe Flaherty, all part of the original cast. Drew Barrymore, another Sandler collaborator, also chimed in with her enthusiasm for the sequel.
Although the original “Happy Gilmore” received mixed reviews from critics, it was a commercial success, winning over audiences with its quirky humor and Sandler’s signature comedic style. With the original creative team back in action and Netflix’s support, this sequel has the potential to recapture the magic of the first film.
There’s no official release date yet, but fans can rejoice! Happy Gilmore is definitely scheduled to return to the fairway, so get ready for another round of laughs and outrageous golf antics.
