Critics Divided Over ‘Happy Gilmore 2’: Is the Sequel a Hit or Miss?

Nearly 30 years after the original, Adam Sandler’s ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ has hit Netflix, but its reception from critics has been mixed. With a PG-13 rating, the film brings back familiar faces like Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit and Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, alongside new stars like Bad Bunny, Ben Stiller, and Travis Kelce. Directed by Kyle Newacheck and written by Sandler and Tim Herlihy, ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ continues the outrageous humor of its predecessor. Currently, the film holds a 64% ‘fresh’ rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics, based on 14 reviews, while audiences have rated it a more favorable 73%. Critics’ opinions vary widely, with some praising the film’s humor and nostalgia, while others criticize it for lacking inspiration. Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence commends the movie for offering new challenges for Happy Gilmore while keeping the wild golf stunts fans love. However, Nick Schager from The Daily Beast calls it the ‘least inspired film’ in Sandler’s career. Owen Gleiberman of Variety praises the film for staying true to the spirit of Sandler’s earlier work. Despite the mixed reviews, the film has garnered attention for its combination of fan service and cameos from various stars. ‘Happy Gilmore 2’ is now streaming on Netflix.