History of Grown Ups 2 in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 13, 2026

Grown Ups 2, a 2013 comedy film and sequel to Grown Ups (2010), features Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and David Spade reprising their roles. Directed by Dennis Dugan and written by Sandler, Fred Wolf, and Tim Herlihy, the film sees Lenny (Sandler) relocating his family back to his hometown, where he reconnects with his childhood friends. They encounter various comical scenarios and confront a local fraternity. Produced by Happy Madison Productions and distributed by Columbia Pictures, Grown Ups 2 was released on July 12, 2013. While critically panned, it was a box office success, grossing $247 million against an $80 million budget. The movie received nine Razzie nominations in 2014.

May 2, 2012: Grown Ups 2 Filming Begins

Filming of Grown Ups 2 began on May 2, 2012, in Swampscott, Massachusetts, which portrayed the fictional town of Stanton, Connecticut.

July 15, 2012: Grown Ups 2 Filming Ends

On July 15, 2012, filming for Grown Ups 2 concluded. Some scenes were filmed in Saugus, Massachusetts.

July 2012: Patrick Schwarzenegger Cast in Grown Ups 2

In July 2012, it was announced that Arnold Schwarzenegger's son, Patrick, would be appearing as one of the frat brothers in Grown Ups 2.

April 2, 2013: Grown Ups 2 Trailer Released

On April 2, 2013, the first trailer for Grown Ups 2 was released.

July 12, 2013: Grown Ups 2 Film Release

On July 12, 2013, Grown Ups 2 was released. The film was directed by Dennis Dugan, written by Adam Sandler, Fred Wolf, and Tim Herlihy, and produced by Happy Madison Productions and distributed by Sony Pictures Releasing.

August 9, 2013: Grown Ups 2 United Kingdom Release

On August 9, 2013, Grown Ups 2 was released in the United Kingdom.

November 5, 2013: Grown Ups 2 DVD and Blu-ray Release

On November 5, 2013, Grown Ups 2 was released on DVD and Blu-ray by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.

2014: Golden Raspberry Awards nomination

In 2014, Grown Ups 2 was nominated for nine Razzies at the Golden Raspberry Awards.

2014: The Worst Idea of All Time Podcast

In 2014, comedians Tim Batt and Guy Montgomery watched Grown Ups 2 every week for a full year for the first season of their podcast, The Worst Idea of All Time.

August 2016: Maria Bello Discusses Grown Ups Sequel

In an August 2016 interview, Maria Bello mentioned the possibility of a Grown Ups sequel, noting discussions and hope for it to happen.

April 2019: Unofficial Grown Ups 3 Script Written

In April 2019, an unofficial and unaffiliated Grown Ups 3 script was written by comedian Tom Scharpling.

January 2020: Unofficial Grown Ups 3 Script Uploaded

In January 2020, comedian Tom Scharpling gained attention for uploading an unofficial and unaffiliated Grown Ups 3 script, written in April 2019, to Twitter.