Happy Gilmore 2 Debuts on Netflix With New Cast

Nearly 30 years after the original, 'Happy Gilmore 2' debuts on Netflix, reuniting Adam Sandler with writer Tim Herlihy and featuring returning cast members Christopher McDonald and Julie Bowen. The sequel centers on Happy, now a more mellow family man, as he returns to competitive golf to raise money for his daughter's ballet school, with Sandler's real-life daughter Sunny portraying the role. The film includes numerous celebrity cameos, such as golf stars Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka, Paige Spiranac, NFL's Travis Kelce, and musician Bad Bunny. Directed by Kyle Newacheck, the production emphasized a supportive environment to help athletes and celebrities deliver comedic performances. The original 1996 film, once dismissed by critics, became a cult classic and is credited with making golf more accessible. Anticipation for the sequel is high among both longtime fans and a new generation of viewers.