Kyle Newacheck, who previously directed Sandler in 2019sMurder Mystery, is on board to helm the sequel.

Sandler has co-written the script with his original co-writer Tim Herlihy andproduction onHappy Gilmore 2is currently underway.

Here’s what we know about the sequel.

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Happy is a wannabe hockey player who consistently gets rejected at every tryout.

Since Happy cant be the underdog anymore,the sequel needs to find its conflict elsewhere.

After falling in love and taking the golf tournament seriously, Happy begins to mature and cool off.

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But overall, Sandlers portrayal of Happy should be a little more nuanced in the sequel.

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This sequel picks up with Happy Gilmore, a former hockey player turned successful golfer, as he faces new challenges both on and off the green. Continuing his comedic journey, Happy navigates the demands of fame and personal growth while competing against a new generation of golfers.

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Adam Sandler in a Hockey Uniform in Happy Gilmore

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