Happy Gilmore 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 1996 comedy classic, is now available to stream on Netflix as of July 25, 2025. Adam Sandler reprises his role as the hot-tempered golfer, joined by original cast members and new faces in a story that brings Happy back to the golf course after nearly 30 years.
What Is Happy Gilmore 2 About?
The sequel follows Happy Gilmore (Adam Sandler), who retired from golf after his famous Tour Championship win. Now, he must return to the sport to raise money for his daughter Vienna (Sunny Sandler) to attend a prestigious ballet school in Paris. Along the way, he faces his old rival Shooter McGavin (Christopher McDonald) and deals with a new threatโan energy drink mogul trying to change traditional golf into an extreme sport.
Director Kyle Newacheck says: “Adamโs very aware of his characters and very aware of the culture. Thereโs been a wave of golf [popularity], so it feels like the movie is timely, just like it did in โ96.”
Who Is in the Happy Gilmore 2 Cast?
The film brings back many fan-favorite actors from the original:
- Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore
- Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit, Happyโs wife
- Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin
- Ben Stiller as Hal, the former retirement home orderly
- Kevin Nealon as Gary Potter
Newcomers include:
- Bad Bunny as Oscar, Happyโs caddy
- Benny Safdie as the energy drink mogul
- Sunny and Sadie Sandler as Happyโs daughters
- Travis Kelce, Eminem, and Post Malone in cameo roles
Real-life golfers like Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, and John Daly also appear.
How to Watch Happy Gilmore 2
The movie is available only on Netflix, with no theater release. It started streaming at 3 a.m. ET / 12 a.m. PT on July 25.
Netflix offers different subscription plans:
- Standard with Ads ($7.99/month)
- Standard ($17.99/month)
- Premium ($24.99/month for 4K)
Fan Reactions to Happy Gilmore 2
Early reviews are mixed. Some fans love the nostalgia, while others feel the sequel relies too much on callbacks to the original.
“Iโm only an hour in and Iโm so HAPPY thus far! Itโs a great and beautiful take on what itโs like still growing up no matter how old you are!” โ Fan review
“The only thing this sequel had going for it was the boatload of cameos and returning characters, outside of that it fell flat.” โ Another viewer
Behind the Scenes of Happy Gilmore 2
Filming took place in New Jersey in late 2024, with locations including a country club in Bedminster and a burger shop in Garfield. The movie also features tributes to late actors from the original, like Carl Weathers (Chubbs).
Netflix promoted the film with special Happy Gilmore-themed golf balls and a giant golf ball display in Times Square.
Will There Be a Happy Gilmore 3?
No official announcement has been made, but Adam Sandler has expressed interest in continuing the story if fans enjoy this sequel.
Credits: Sources include Netflix, IMDb, USA Today, and official cast interviews.
