Happy Gilmore 2 (2025): Everything You Need to Know

Happy Gilmore returns, but this time, it’s not just about golf. Years have passed since he last picked up a club, and life has taken some unexpected turns. After losing someone close to him, Happy left the game behind.  After walking away from golf, Happy put all his time into something way more important—his daughter, Vienna. She’s not the loud or flashy type, but there’s fire in her. All she talks about is ballet school in Paris. That’s her dream. The only problem? It costs a fortune.

Money’s tight, and Happy knows it. His daughter’s dream isn’t something you can just wish into reality—it takes real cash, the kind he doesn’t have lying around. So yeah, maybe he’s older now, maybe the sport’s turned into some flashy show with neon lights and booming crowds—especially with that wild Maxi Golf league—but deep down, he’s still got that old fire.

Walking away’s never been his style anyway. He might be out of practice, sure, and the game’s louder and stranger than before, but he’s not going in alone. A couple of old pals still believe in him. But here’s the thing—what he’s got, you can’t teach or fake. It’s heart. And y’know, when the world’s got you cornered and everyone’s sure you’re done for, sometimes—it’s just that one stubborn piece of heart that keeps you going. Weird how that works.

The Plot of Happy Gilmore 2

• Happy has five kids but lives with only his daughter Vienna.
  
• He gave up golf after accidentally killing his wife, Virginia, during a game.
  
• Vienna wants to study ballet in Paris, which is very expensive.
  
• A new golf league (Maxi Golf) tries to bring Happy back, but he refuses at first.
  
• After some motivation from old friends, he returns to the sport to win money for Vienna’s education.
  
• Happy must compete in a special match between the traditional Tour Championship and the flashy Maxi Golf.
  
• With the help of his coach and old rival Shooter McGavin, Happy trains hard.
  
• In the final match, Happy pulls off a big win and secures his daughter’s future.
  

Main Cast of Happy Gilmore 2

• Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore
  
• Julie Bowen as Virginia (Happy’s late wife)
  
• Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin
  
• Ben Stiller as Hal L. (Happy’s rehab leader)
  
• Bad Bunny as Oscar Mejías (Happy’s caddie)
  
• Sunny Sandler as Vienna (Happy’s daughter)
  
• John Daly, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, Ethan Cutkosky, and more in supporting roles

Behind the Scenes of Happy Gilmore 2

• Directed by Kyle Newacheck
  
• Written by Adam Sandler and Tim Herlihy
  
• Produced by Happy Madison Productions
  
• Filmed in New Jersey between September and December 2024
  

Release & Reviews of Happy Gilmore 2

Critics Say

Quotes from Reviews:

• “It’s good to be back in that Happy Place.” – Richard Roeper
  
• “Tired gags and golf ball hits… but Sandler fans may enjoy it.” – The Hollywood Reporter
  
• “Fresh enough to feel new, but still filled with classic stunts and cameos.” – Consequence
  

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