Happy Gilmore 2: Adam Sandler returns after 30 years, release date, cast, and streaming details

Happy Gilmore 2: Adam Sandler returns after 30 years, release date, cast, and streaming details

Nearly three decades after teeing off in one of the most beloved sports comedies of all time, Adam Sandler is back as the foul-mouthed, power-swinging golf legend in Happy Gilmore 2. The sequel to the 1996 cult classic has been officially announced by Netflix, with a worldwide premiere scheduled for Friday, July 25, 2025.

In a move that has ignited a wave of nostalgia among fans, Sandler reprises his role as Happy Gilmore, the temperamental hockey player-turned-golfer who captured hearts — and broke clubs — in the original. The sequel’s official synopsis teases an emotional yet comedic comeback: “Happy Gilmore isn’t done with golf — not by a long shot. Adam Sandler’s short-fused legend swings for a comeback to make his kid’s dream come true.”

The plot centers on Happy coming out of retirement to fund his daughter’s elite ballet school tuition, setting the stage for a new round of underdog triumphs, outrageous antics, and high-stakes golf. A sneak peek at the trailer promises a mix of slapstick comedy and heartfelt moments, signaling a mature but still manic Happy ready to conquer the green once again.

The return of fan-favorite characters adds to the excitement. Julie Bowen reprises her role as Virginia Venit, Ben Stiller returns as the overbearing Hal, and Christopher McDonald is back to deliver more sneering bravado as Shooter McGavin. New faces joining the lineup include Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, and Sandler’s daughters Sadie and Sunny Sandler.

Real-life golf legends are also swinging by for cameos, including John Daly, Paige Spiranac, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Justin Thomas, and Will Zalatoris — promising a fun blend of sports authenticity and absurdity.

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For those eager to watch, Happy Gilmore 2 will premiere exclusively on Netflix. It will be available for streaming at 3:00 a.m. ET / 12:00 a.m. PT on July 25. Netflix subscriptions start at $7.99/month.

Originally released in 1996, Happy Gilmore followed Sandler’s hockey hopeful as he pivoted to golf in a desperate bid to save his grandmother’s home. With his explosive drive and unpredictable temperament, Happy quickly became a golfing sensation and a hero to misfits everywhere.

With its blend of comedy, heart, and now generational growth, Happy Gilmore 2 might just be the most anticipated golf movie sequel of all time.