Ep. 21: Happy Gilmore 2 Review

On Take Two, hosted by Sam and Kenny, we dive into Happy Gilmore 2, Adam Sandler’s nostalgic return to the fairway, now streaming on Netflix. Nearly 30 years after the 1996 cult classic, this sequel delivers a chaotic blend of slapstick comedy, heartfelt redemption, and over-the-top cameos. Sandler reprises his role as Happy, a retired golf champ turned alcoholic widower, grappling with grief after a tragic accident. When his daughter Vienna (Sunny Sandler) dreams of attending Paris’ elite ballet school, Happy dusts off his clubs to reclaim his glory and save the sport from a flashy rival league, Maxi Golf. Directed by Kyle Newacheck, the film leans heavily on nostalgia, packed with callbacks to the original and appearances from stars like Travis Kelce, Bad Bunny, and John Daly. Christopher McDonald’s Shooter McGavin and Ben Stiller’s unhinged Hal L. steal scenes, while the script balances crude humor with surprising emotional depth. However, an overstuffed plot and excessive cameos dilute the charm, making it feel like a bloated reunion rather than a sharp follow-up. At 114 minutes, it’s fun but overstays its welcome. Happy Gilmore 2 is a love letter to fans, blending silly antics with themes of family and forgiveness, but it never quite matches the original’s scrappy spark. Tune in to Take Two as we debate whether this sequel scores a hole-in-one or lands in the rough.