Shooter McGavin’s Hype Train Moves Full Speed Ahead
Who would have thought that Happy Gilmore 2—a sequel nearly three decades in the making—would have people buzzing before production even wraps? Christopher McDonald, the unforgettable Shooter McGavin, is at the center of this snowballing hype. He’s been openly ecstatic at every chance, even though Netflix slapped him with a nondisclosure agreement. McDonald couldn’t help but slip in words like “fantastic” whenever asked, turning even vague comments into gasoline for fan excitement. His big talk isn’t just actor fluff—he’s thrilled to go another round clashing with Adam Sandler’s Happy Gilmore.
Fans who mourned the original movie’s end in 1996 can’t help but wonder: what’s got Shooter so amped? It’s not every day that one of the most recognizable on-screen villains is itching to relive the most famous rivalry on a golf course. In a world where so many sequels fall flat, this fervor coming from a key cast member isn’t just rare—it’s infectious.
A Loaded Cast and Jaw-Dropping Cameos Make the Sequel Irresistible
Adam Sandler is locked in to play the lovable screw-up, Happy Gilmore, all grown up—maybe wiser, definitely not calmer. Julie Bowen rejoins him as Virginia Venit, bringing back their offbeat chemistry, while Ben Stiller sneaks in as Hal L., promising more dry humor and awkward moments. But it’s not all nostalgia. Pop star Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, better known as Bad Bunny, will hit the green as Happy’s new caddy, injecting some wild card energy. Comedian Kym Whitley joins the mix as Bessie, likely ensuring things don't get too sentimental.
And if you think Hollywood’s biggest names stop at the main cast—think again. Real-life golf legends John Daly, Rory McIlroy, and Brooks Koepka all make appearances. Sports fans get a bonus with NFL champion Travis Kelce, and music fans can expect Eminem to pop in, probably not to swing a nine-iron, but still, who saw that coming?
What ties it all together is Netflix’s confidence. After the loud debut of the teaser trailer during Tudum 2025, the streaming giant highlighted July 25, 2025, as the official worldwide release. By the looks of it, the crowd that grew up quoting lines from the original is ready to see how their favorite misfit golfer fares as an older, maybe more chaotic, competitor.
Nostalgia is a heavy hitter here, but the mix of old and new faces, plus the promise of unexpected celebrity cameos, tips this sequel into must-watch territory. Shooter McGavin’s wide-eyed anticipation is pretty much the pulse of the internet right now, giving new and returning fans plenty to talk about as the countdown to Happy Gilmore 2 rolls on.
