"Happy Gilmore 2”

By Mahika Khosla Sep. 24 2025

As an avid fan of Adam Sandler and an occasional golf player, on the day “Happy Gilmore 2” came out on Netflix, I sat down before my TV with legs kicked back, eyes excitedly awaiting to see the plot unfold.

The 1996 prequel “Happy Gilmore” follows Happy Gilmore, a man who discovers his talent for golf through his unorthodox swing and desire to pay for his grandmother’s home. Decades later in “Happy Gilmore 2,” Gilmore, played by Sandler, has turned from a hot-headed ex-hockey player into an alcoholic loafer because of the death of his wife, ironically caused by one of his own golf shots.

It is only when he needs to pay for his daughter’s overseas ballet school that Gilmore finally returns to the golfing stage. After diligently refreshing his skills on the golf course, Gilmore and his new caddie, Oscar Mejías,finish top five in the Tour Championship. Later, it is revealed that his former nemesis, Scooter McGavin, is in psychiatric care because of the anger issues he garnered from losing to Gilmore in the first movie. There, Billy Jenkins requests McGavin to join his new golfing association named Maxi Golf, where players surgically extend their lower back ligaments to enhance performance. Although this idea sent an absolute shiver down my spine, I came to understand that people will risk their own lives to achieve often superficial goals.

One of the most exhilarating parts of the movies was the matchup hosted by Jenkins; I never thought one day I could watch wrestling stars, dune buggies, tilting greenery, fireworks, wildfires and monkey bars all on the same golf course. Although the Maxi Golf League lost the matchup, their commitment to making golf matches—typically known to lack excitement compared to other sports—extremely avant-garde demonstrates the importance of breaking free from conventions.

Apart from the comedic moments and the numerous professional golfers that appeared in the film, it is the movie’s messages that stood out to me the most. Despite dealing with hecklers on the golf course, Gilmore is not shaken by his failures, reminding the audience of the importance of perseverance. It is safe to say that the movie’s spectacular humor makes the 29-year wait worth it.

Rating: ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

+ Star-studded cast

+ Comedic relief

+ Highlights importance of family

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About the Contributors

Mahika Khosla

staff writer

Mahika Khosla is a senior at Leland High School and a Staff Writer for The Charger Account. Some of her favorite activities are watching Shark Tank, visiting National Parks, and rooting for the Warriors.