Overview

• Happy Gilmore 2, the second installment under Adam Sandler’s Netflix deal, is set to premiere July 25 on the streaming platform.
• After Carl Weathers’ death on February 1, 2024, Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy extensively rewrote the script, dropping early ideas that featured Chubbs in dream sequences and a new family subplot.
• The final screenplay weaves in homages that underscore Chubbs Peterson’s mentorship and pay tribute to Weathers’ legacy without showing the character on screen.
• Director Kyle Newacheck emphasizes that Chubbs’ spirit guides Happy throughout the film even in his absence from physical scenes.
• The sequel reunites Sandler with Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen and Ben Stiller and incorporates new cast members along with sports cameos from Travis Kelce, Rory McIlroy and Paige Spiranac.