'Happy Gilmore 2' Smashed This Netflix Record With Its Debut first appeared on Parade on Jul 29, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 29, 2025, where it first appeared.

Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy tell The Hollywood Reporter about the response to the film, the possibility of more sequels for the star's movies after the success of this latest Netflix feature: "This throws it open.

The release of “ Happy Gilmore 2 ,” the Netflix sequel to the 1996 comedy hit, is just days away. While Hollywood hot shots might be sweating audience awareness polls or gauging social media chatter, Tim Herlihy — who co-wrote both films with star Adam Sandler — has a more pressing concern: catching up with yard work at his quiet Connecticut home.

After nearly three decades of waiting, Adam Sandler has finally returned to the golf course with "Happy Gilmore 2," and I'm thrilled to report that this long-awaited sequel delivers exactly what fans have been hoping for.