Happy Gilmore sequel confirmed: Adam Sandler to reprise his role from 1996 comedy classic

It's finally happening! Nearly 30 years after the release of the first movie, a sequel to Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore is officially in the works, Netflix has announced. On Wednesday (May 15), the streaming giant made the big reveal that the 1996 sports comedy is getting a sequel, with Adam Sandler on board to reprise one of his most loved characters

Termed as one of the most celebrated movies of Sandler's career, the 1996 movie revolved around a short-tempered ice hockey player Happy Gilmore (Sandler), who discovers his talent for golf. The big announcement was made during its upfront presentation to advertisers in New York. No updates on the storyline or any other details like the director, writer or release date were shared. 

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The announcement comes after a lot of rumours and several hints about the sequel. Previously, Sandler confirmed on the Dan Patrick Show that the sequel is in development. 

“Dude, we’ve been talking about a Happy 2 and we’re working on some stuff… But don’t tell anybody,” he said.

Sandler and Tim Herlihy had co-written the sports comedy with Dennis Dugan directing it. Apart from Adam, the movie also starred Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen, Frances Bay, and the late Carl Weathers.

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Netflix and Sandler's production company, Happy Madison Productions, have a longstanding deal of $250 million. Under this deal, the actor has produced eight titles for the platform like The Ridiculous Six, Sandy Wexler, stand-up special 100% Fresh, You Are So Not Invited. 

Despite earning mixed reviews from critics, the film was a huge box office success, earning $39 million.