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Christopher McDonald, famously known for his role as Shooter McGavin in “Happy Gilmore,” recently revealed some exciting news about a potential sequel to the beloved sports comedy. During an appearance on Audacy’s 92.3 The Fan, McDonald disclosed that Adam Sandler had passed him a script draft for a potential follow-up to “Happy Gilmore,” hinting at significant progress in the story’s development.
This revelation has sparked hope among fans who have long awaited news of a sequel to the cult classic film. Despite initial uncertainty about the possibility of a sequel, McDonald’s comments suggest that there may indeed be concrete plans in motion to revisit the world of “Happy Gilmore.”
The original film, released in 1996 and directed by Dennis Dugan, stars Adam Sandler as the titular character, alongside McDonald, Julie Bowen, and Carl Weathers. Written by Sandler and his collaborator Tim Herlihy, “Happy Gilmore” follows the story of a hot-headed failed hockey player who discovers a talent for golf and enters the professional golf tour to save his grandmother’s home from foreclosure.
Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics upon its release, “Happy Gilmore” became a box office success, grossing $39 million against a $12 million budget. The film’s memorable moments, including the iconic brawl between Sandler’s character and Bob Barker, earned it an MTV Movie Award for Best Fight.
The potential sequel to “Happy Gilmore” holds promise for fans eager to see more of the beloved characters and their comedic adventures. With Sandler reportedly passing a script draft to McDonald, it seems that the wheels are in motion for the long-awaited follow-up to this classic sports comedy.