Ladies and gentlemen, strap on your hockey skates and grab your nine-iron, because the golf world’s most unhinged hero is teeing up for another round! That’s right, Happy Gilmore 2 is officially releasing on Netflix on July 25, and if you thought Adam Sandler’s first go-round as the hockey-player-turned-golfing-goon was wild, this sequel’s shaping up to be a straight-up drive down Nostalgia Lane with a side of pure chaos. As someone who’s been yelling “It’s in the hole!” at every putt since 1996, I’m here to break down why this cinematic mulligan has me more jacked than Shooter McGavin at a pro-am with an open bar.
First off, let’s talk Sandler. The man’s a national treasure, a comedic alchemist who turned a slapshot swing and a bad attitude into one of the most iconic sports movies ever. Word on the street—and by street, I mean X posts from insiders and Sandler’s own Netflix machine—is that Happy Gilmore 2 is deep in production, with Adam reprising his role as Happy, the foul-mouthed, fist-swinging everyman who made golf cool for people who’d rather chug a beer than sip a mint julep. At 58, Sandler’s not exactly a spring chicken, but the guy’s got the energy of a toddler on a Red Bull bender. Expect Happy to be a little grayer, a little wiser, but still ready to throw hands with a rogue alligator or a heckling clown statue.
The original Happy Gilmore was lightning in a bottle—a perfect blend of heart, humor, and unhinged energy. Happy, a washed-up hockey player, discovered he could crush 400-yard drives and took the golf world by storm, all to save his grandma’s house. Along the way, we got Carl Weathers as Chubbs Peterson (RIP, legend), Julie Bowen as the wholesome Virginia Venit, and Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, the smarmiest villain this side of a country club buffet. The sequel’s got big shoes to fill—size 13, to be exact, since Happy’s still rocking those beat-up sneakers.
So, what’s the scoop on Happy Gilmore 2? Plot details are tighter than Shooter’s pastel sweater vests, but X is buzzing with rumors. One post from a supposed insider claims Happy’s now a grizzled golf coach, mentoring a new generation of misfits while dealing with his own midlife crisis. Another leak suggests a showdown with a new villain—possibly a cocky young influencer-type golfer who’s all TikTok trick shots and zero soul. I’m praying for a cameo from Bob Barker, who stole the show in the original with the immortal line, “The price is wrong!” Imagine the 100-year-old legend rolling up in a golf cart, ready to throw down again. Make it happen, Netflix.
The vibe, per Sandler’s recent comments on The Drew Barrymore Show, is pure fan service. He’s teased returning characters, with McDonald already confirmed to bring back Shooter’s glorious villainy. Will Shooter still be scheming to steal Happy’s glory? Bet your sweet bippy he will. And with Netflix backing this, expect a budget beefier than Happy’s pre-tournament Subway sandwich. The streaming giant’s all-in on Sandler after hits like Murder Mystery, so we’re likely getting slick production, maybe some CGI for Happy’s monster drives, and a soundtrack that slaps harder than a Happy Gilmore wedge shot.
But let’s be real—this ain’t just about golf. It’s about heart. The original resonated because Happy was us: a regular dude with big dreams, a short fuse, and a grandma who deserved better. The sequel’s gotta keep that spirit while updating the game for 2025. Maybe Happy’s battling LIV Golf types or navigating the social media era. Whatever the case, Sandler’s got the chops to make us laugh, cry, and cheer like we’re at Augusta on Sunday.
Look, Happy Gilmore 2 could be a hole-in-one or a shank into the water hazard. But with Sandler at the helm, I’m betting on the former. So, polish your putter, crank up the Happy Gilmore soundtrack, and get ready to scream, “Go to your happy place!” Because Happy’s back, and he’s still the king of the fairway. FORE!
