NATIONWIDE – Adam Sandler is set to reprise his role as the iconic, temperamental golfer Happy Gilmore in the highly anticipated sequel, Happy Gilmore 2, slated for release on Netflix on July 25, 2025.

Key Facts:

• Release Date Confirmed: Happy Gilmore 2 will premiere globally on Netflix on July 25, 2025, nearly three decades after the original film.
• Returning Cast and Crew: Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, Dennis Dugan, and Ben Stiller are all set to return, with Kyle Newacheck directing from a screenplay co-written by Sandler and Tim Herlihy.
• Plot Details Emerge: The sequel picks up with an older Happy Gilmore who hasn’t played golf in years, now facing the challenge of returning to the professional circuit to save his daughter’s ballet school.

Fans eager for the return of the unorthodox golfer can anticipate a blend of nostalgic humor and new challenges as Happy Gilmore navigates a changed golf world.

Happy Returns: A Look at the Cast and Crew

The upcoming sequel sees a significant return of beloved characters from the 1996 cult classic. Adam Sandler leads the charge as Happy Gilmore, the hockey-player-turned-golfer known for his powerful, if unconventional, swing and short fuse. Also confirmed to return are Julie Bowen as Happy’s love interest, Virginia Venit; Christopher McDonald as Happy’s long-standing rival, the smug Shooter McGavin; and Ben Stiller, reprising his role as the sadistic orderly Hal L. from the nursing home. Dennis Dugan, who directed the original film, will return to act as Doug Thompson, the tour commissioner.

Behind the camera, Kyle Newacheck is directing the film, working from a screenplay co-written by Sandler and Tim Herlihy, both of whom penned the original. What new comedic scenarios will this familiar creative team bring to the golf course?

New Faces Join the Fairway

Adding to the excitement are several new additions to the cast, including Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known as the global music sensation Bad Bunny, in a role as Happy’s new caddy. Travis Kelce, the Super Bowl-winning tight end, is also confirmed to make a cameo, further blurring the lines between sports and entertainment. Other notable additions include Kym Whitley as Bessie, a member of Happy’s support group, and Sandler’s own daughter, Sunny Sandler, playing Happy’s daughter. How will these new characters influence Happy’s latest golfing adventure?

The Plot Tees Off: What’s Happy Up To?

While specific plot details have been closely guarded, the official trailer and actor interviews reveal that Happy Gilmore 2 will find Happy nearly 30 years after his initial triumph, having not swung a club in years. Now, he faces a new financial dilemma: saving his daughter’s ballet school. This necessitates his return to the world of professional golf, where he must contend with a new generation of intimidating, technically advanced golfers. Can Happy still find his unique swing and temper to succeed in a changed game? The film promises to be a mix of nostalgic moments, chaotic golf action, and a healthy dose of heart as Happy endeavors to save the day for his family.

Watch the Happy Gilmore 2 trailer on YouTube