Adam Sandler is back as Happy Gilmore, with a sequel to the beloved first film now out on Netflix. People have been sharing their reactions to the film, which features a number of celebrity cameos

Bowen reprises her character, Virginia Venit, in the comedy classic's second installment. Within the first four minutes of the film, Venit — who's since married Happy, welcomed five kids together and started a family — gets killed off, a tragedy caused by her husband.

Happy Gilmore 2 was released recently on July 25, 2025. Unlike the 1996 original, which came out in theaters, the sequel dropped on Netflix. Adam Sandler reprises his role as the titular golfer.

A dam Sandler has a new film that just hit the 2025 movie schedule, and it’s one that his fans have waited nearly 30 years for. I’m talking about Happy Gilmore 2, which is the sequel to Sandler’s beloved 1996 sports comedy.

“Happy Gilmore 2” has the official Taylor Swift stamp of approval. Swift shared a glowing review of the “Happy Gilmore” sequel to her Instagram story July 25. The “Cruel Summer” posted the movie's poster alongside a short message about the film, which included an appearance from her boyfriend, Travis Kelce.

"Happy Gilmore 2" dropped on Netflix Friday. A day later, Baltimore Orioles backup catcher Alex Jackson practically recreated the franchise's signature move.