History of Happy Gilmore 2 in Timeline

Happy Gilmore 2 is an upcoming sequel to the 1996 sports comedy, directed by Kyle Newacheck and written by Tim Herlihy and Adam Sandler. Adam Sandler, Julie Bowen, Dennis Dugan, Christopher McDonald, and Ben Stiller are set to reprise their roles from the original film.

September 2022: Adam Sandler Discusses Happy Gilmore Sequel Ideas

In September 2022, Adam Sandler expressed his hope to eventually create a sequel to "Happy Gilmore", mentioning he had been developing ideas for a follow-up film that would involve the character in a senior golf tour. This marked an early stage of consideration for a potential sequel.

March 2024: Happy Gilmore Sequel in Development

In March 2024, Christopher McDonald revealed that a sequel to Happy Gilmore was in development. Adam Sandler shared a script draft with McDonald, indicating progress in the creation of the movie. This marked a significant step forward in the production of the sequel.

May 2024: Happy Gilmore 2 Greenlit by Netflix

In May 2024, it was announced that Netflix had greenlit Happy Gilmore 2, taking over distribution from Universal Pictures. Kyle Newacheck was hired to direct, and Tim Herlihy co-wrote the screenplay with Adam Sandler. This marked a major milestone for the film's production and distribution.

September 9, 2024: Principal Photography Begins for Happy Gilmore 2

On September 9, 2024, principal photography for Happy Gilmore 2 began in New Jersey, coinciding with Adam Sandler's 58th birthday. A casting call was held in Morristown, New Jersey, with filming taking place at various locations across the state. This marked the start of the active production phase for the film.

December 10, 2024: Filming Wraps on Happy Gilmore 2

On December 10, 2024, filming for Happy Gilmore 2 concluded. This signifies the end of the principal photography phase, moving the film into post-production.