Overview

• Adam Sandler said the sequel’s original plans for a “massive part” for Chubbs Peterson were scrapped following Weathers’s passing in February 2024
• Early story drafts featured Chubbs appearing in Happy’s dreams and a subplot about the character’s resentful son that were removed in rewrites
• Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy worked with director Kyle Newacheck to reshape the narrative while preserving the mentor’s legacy
• References to Chubbs are now woven throughout the film as subtle homages rather than explicit story arcs
• Happy Gilmore 2 is complete and will debut on Netflix on July 25, featuring returning cast members and celebrity cameos