Happy Gilmore 2: A Great Start with a Slow Fade

I recently watched Happy Gilmore 2 (2025), directed by Kyle Newacheck, and while it started off great, it slowly became almost too full of cameos, though I still enjoyed it overall. The film picks up with Adam Sandler’s Happy facing personal loss and a new golf challenge against a flashy league, complete with his signature antics and a stint in jail. I loved all the cameos, especially the professional golfer and the jail scenes, which brought back that classic Happy vibe, and I’d highly recommend it for fans despite the dip. It’s a nostalgic ride with some highs and lows.

The cinematography is lively, capturing the golf courses with bright, sunny shots that feel like a throwback to the original. The action sequences, like the wild swings and chases, use dynamic angles that kept me entertained early on, and I enjoyed the colorful jail scenes with their gritty texture. However, as the film dragged, some shots felt repetitive, like the endless greens that started to blend together. Still, the visual energy in the cameos was a highlight that kept me watching.

The storyline starts strong but loses steam, and I felt the shift as it went along. It begins with Happy’s personal struggles and a fun new golf league idea, which I loved, but the middle sags with too many subplots and the ending feels rushed. The jail arc and the golfer cameos were high points that kept me engaged, though the overall pacing made it drag for me. It’s a mixed bag, but the nostalgia and humor still make it worth a watch.

The acting is a mixed bag, with Adam Sandler bringing back Happy’s charm, especially in the jail scenes—I laughed at his over-the-top energy. The professional golfer cameo was a treat, adding authenticity, and the supporting cast, like Benny Safdie, adds fun, though some felt underused as it dragged. Sandler carries it, but the uneven focus on others made it less impactful. I still enjoyed their efforts overall.

Happy Gilmore 2 is a movie I enjoyed despite some of its flaws, thanks to the cameos and early fun. The cinematography is vibrant but repetitive, the storyline starts great but slows down, and the acting shines in spots. I’d recommend it for fans and friends if you are wanting something light hearted and engaging, especially to see those special moments, though it’s not perfect.