Adam Sandler is reportedly working on a sequel to the beloved 1996 sports comedy classic, 'Happy Gilmore.' Christopher McDonald, who played Shooter McGavin in the original film, revealed the exciting news during a recent radio interview. McDonald shared that Sandler surprised him with the first draft of 'Happy Gilmore 2' during a recent encounter, sparking enthusiasm among fans of the original movie.
'Happy Gilmore' starred Sandler as the titular character, a hockey player with anger management issues who discovers a talent for golf. The film follows Happy as he joins the golf tour circuit to save his grandmother's house, facing off against the arrogant pro golfer Shooter McGavin, portrayed by McDonald.
The original 'Happy Gilmore' was a commercial success, grossing nearly $40 million worldwide upon its release in 1996. The film helped solidify Sandler's status as a leading comedy star of the era, alongside other popular titles like 'Billy Madison,' 'The Waterboy,' 'The Wedding Singer,' and 'Big Daddy.'
In addition to Sandler and McDonald, the cast of 'Happy Gilmore' included Julie Bowen and Carl Weathers. Weathers, who passed away last month, received a heartfelt tribute from Sandler on social media, praising him as a great man, actor, and athlete.
The news of a potential 'Happy Gilmore' sequel has generated excitement among fans who have long awaited a return to the beloved characters and comedic style of the original film. While details about the sequel's plot and production timeline remain scarce, the confirmation of a script's existence has sparked hope for a continuation of the iconic story.
