Hold onto your hats, golf fans! The one and only Happy Gilmore is teeing up for a comeback. Production has officially begun on ‘Happy Gilmore 2,’ bringing back the beloved character played by the comedic genius Adam Sandler.
Get ready to witness the return of some familiar faces alongside Sandler. Christopher McDonald is back as Shooter McGavin, Happy’s rival with a penchant for golf etiquette and a strong dislike for Happy’s unorthodox style. Julie Bowen will reprise her role as Virginia Venit, the PGA Tour’s PR specialist who becomes entangled in Happy’s chaotic world.
The sequel is also adding some new players to the game. Benito Martinez Ocasio, better known as the music superstar Bad Bunny, has joined the cast in an undisclosed role, marking his latest venture into acting. He’s also set to appear in Darren Aronofsky’s upcoming crime thriller ‘Caught Stealing.’ Adding to the star-studded lineup is Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, who will make a cameo appearance.
‘Happy Gilmore 2’ is directed by Kyle Newacheck, who previously collaborated with Sandler on the Netflix hit ‘Murder Mystery.’ The screenplay is penned by Sandler and Tim Herlihy, who have a long history of creating comedic magic together, having worked on films like ‘Billy Madison,’ ‘The Waterboy,’ and ‘Hubie Halloween.’
The original ‘Happy Gilmore’ was a box office hit, earning over $41 million against a budget of $12 million. It became a cult classic, adored for its blend of slapstick humor, heartwarming moments, and Sandler’s signature comedic style. ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ will be streaming on Netflix, but a release date has yet to be announced. So get ready to witness the return of the most unpredictable golfer on the green, and prepare for a whole new round of laughs with Happy Gilmore’s next adventure!
