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.

Jena Sims exclusive tells PEOPLE that it was 'so special' to introduce her 1-year-old son Crew to Adam Sandler while on the set of 'Happy Gilmore 2' with husband and pro golfer Brooks Koepka.

Ethan Anderton of SlashFilm says Happy Gilmore 2 takes a big swing but completely whiffs it by doing something unforgivable in the opening sequence from which it can never recover. The sequel is, per the critic, “a poor excuse for nostalgic comedy, and you'd have more fun getting a colonoscopy with a rake.” Anderton gives it a 2 out of 10, writing:

'Happy Gilmore 2' Shocks Fans With Sudden Character Death — and Viewers Are Split first appeared on Parade on Jul 25, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 25, 2025, where it first appeared. Paramedics reportedly worked for 'two hours' to save the rock legend.

Eminem is among the plethora of superstar cameos in Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2 movie, which landed on Netflix Friday (July 25). Slim Shady got back into his acting bag with a small role that actually pays homage to the 1996 original, as he plays the son of Donald, who was the character portrayed by the late comedian Joe Flaherty.

As the much-anticipated movie "Happy Gilmore 2" debuts July 25 on Netflix, the real life 19-year-old golfer with the same name