Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore 2: Full Cast, Reviews & Where to Watch
Is Happy Gilmore 2 the sequel we’ve been waiting for? See reviews, cast details, celebrity cameos (Eminem, Julie Bowen), and where to stream it in the U.S.
The Legend Swings Again: Happy Gilmore 2 Is a Blast from the Past with a Modern Twist
When Happy Gilmore first hit theaters in 1996, it became an instant cult classic. Adam Sandler’s hilarious portrayal of an angry hockey player turned chaotic golfer gave us unforgettable moments, from the Bob Barker fight to Chubbs’ tragic wooden hand.
Now, nearly three decades later, Sandler is back — and the golf world is buzzing again. But is Happy Gilmore 2 worth the hype? Or is it just a nostalgia cash-grab with celebrity cameos galore?
We watched it, we analyzed it, and here’s everything you need to know — from the full cast (yes, Eminem is in it) to audience reactions, where to watch, and emotional callbacks that might just leave a tear in your eye.
Quick Recap: What Is Happy Gilmore 2 About?
The sequel picks up with Happy’s son Billy Gilmore (played by breakout actor Billy Jenkins) stepping into his father’s chaotic golf shoes.
- Adam Sandler reprises his role as the original Happy — now a mentor and doting father.
- Julie Bowen returns as Virginia, still keeping Happy in check (with sass and class).
- A golf tournament gone wrong, corrupt sponsors, and viral golf influencers set the stage for a sports-comedy rollercoaster.
Oh, and cameos? We’ll get to that in a second.
First Reactions: What Are Fans Saying?
“It’s like Happy Gilmore met Caddyshack, then had a TikTok baby.”
— Rotten Tomatoes top reviewer
Here’s what critics and audiences are loving:
Nostalgic callbacks to the original 1996 classic
Cameos galore — Eminem, Kid Cudi, Kelsey Plum, and even Post Malone
Hilarious nod to Carl Weathers’ Chubbs, with a touching tribute
Sandler’s real-life daughter Sunny Sandler plays Billy’s sister
Soundtrack slaps — a mix of 90s rock and modern hip-hop
Wait, Is That Eminem in Happy Gilmore 2?
Yes — and it’s not a blink-and-miss moment. Eminem plays a fictionalized version of himself, offering Billy golf advice while rapping from a golf cart. Twitter went wild after his cameo dropped, with “Eminem Happy Gilmore 2” trending in the U.S.
Other big names include:
- 🏌️♂️ John Daly as himself (trash-talking legend)
- 🎤 Bad Bunny in a hilarious commercial skit
- 🏌️♀️ Nelly Korda coaching Billy in a crucial scene
- 📹 Alix Earle as a golf influencer in a viral TikTok subplot
Full Cast of Happy Gilmore 2 (And Surprising Cameos)
Here’s the full list of major players:
| Character | Actor |
|---|---|
| Happy Gilmore | Adam Sandler |
| Billy Gilmore | Billy Jenkins |
| Virginia Venit | Julie Bowen |
| Young Gilmore’s Sister | Sunny Sandler |
| Himself | Eminem |
| Himself | John Daly |
| Himself | Kid Cudi |
| Golf Coach Drago Larson | Kyle Newacheck |
| Cameo | Kelsey Plum |
| Viral Influencer | Alix Earle |
🤯 Fun Fact: Allen Covert (from the original Sandler movies) also makes a low-key appearance as the mysterious “Golf Whisperer.”
Where to Watch Happy Gilmore 2
Wondering how to catch the film?
- Streaming platform: Netflix (U.S.)
- Release date: July 18, 2025
- Runtime: 1 hour 42 minutes
- Rating: PG-13 (language, crude humor, mild sports violence)
⚠️ Want to watch the original first? Happy Gilmore (1996) is streaming on Peacock and Amazon Prime.
Adam Sandler’s Emotional Take on the Sequel
In an exclusive interview, Adam Sandler opened up:
“Making Happy Gilmore 2 with my kids in the cast, paying tribute to Carl Weathers, and just being able to laugh again with Julie [Bowen] — it was a dream.”
Sandler even co-wrote the script with Tim Herlihy, his longtime collaborator, giving the sequel the classic Sandler-Comedy DNA.
Where Was Happy Gilmore 2 Filmed?
Filming took place across Georgia, California, and British Columbia:
- The iconic “Waterbury Open” was reimagined in Augusta National (mock setup)
- Julie Bowen’s “Virginia” now runs a golf rehab in Vancouver
- Flashbacks were filmed in Brooklyn, NY, nodding to Sandler’s real-life roots
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