Adam Sandler returns to the screen as the beloved character Happy Gilmore in “Happy Gilmore 2,” a much-anticipated sequel to the 1996 classic golf comedy. The film was released on Netflix on July 25, 2025. Prior to that, it had its world premiere in New York on July 21, where Sandler marked the occasion with his family, including wife Jackie and daughters Sadie and Sunny.
A Star-Studded Ensemble
“Happy Gilmore 2” certainly brings out some heavy hitters in addition to the Sandler family. The movie features famous actors like Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, and Ben Stiller. Further, Benny Safdie and chart-topping artist Bad Bunny (also known as Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio) round out the cast of the ambitious, costly production.
Sandler expressed gratitude for the supportive cast during filming, noting, “We wrote ’em, stuff. Everybody was kind enough to come. Everybody in it did a great job. Every day, someone cool would show up, and we’d hang out.” With such a strong dynamic between the cast members, it’s no wonder that the film carries such a cosmic and carefree sense of humor.
Celebrity Cameos Bring Excitement
Along with their humorous antics, the best part about “Happy Gilmore 2” has to be the star power of its celebrity cameos. The movie includes special appearances and performances by several professional golfers. Among others, you’ll spot stars John Daly, Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Paige Spiranac, Justin Thomas and Will Zalatoris! Featuring them brings an innovative authenticity to the golf-focused narrative while giving fans a one-of-a-kind viewing experience.
Don’t miss NFL star Travis Kelce’s hilarious hotel employee cameo. This dreamlike quality is a testament to the film’s dedication to fusing theatrical and cinematic worlds. Each of these cameos adds a level of fun to the movie, but they ground the story by linking the action to actual sports personalities.
