“Happy Gilmore 2,” the newly released Netflix sequel to Adam Sandler’s 1996 golf comedy, is a lot like its star: A little bit flabbier, a little bit shabbier, but still undeniably funny after all these years.

Meanwhile, Sandler and Bowen reacted to Bowen’s shocking “Happy Gilmore 2” death during an interview with Entertainment Weekly published shortly after the movie’s release. The “Modern Family” star suggested that her character needed to die to drive Happy and the events of the film.

The release of “Happy Gilmore 2,” the Netflix sequel to the 1996 comedy hit, is just days away. While Hollywood hot shots might be sweating audience awareness polls or gauging social media chatter, Tim Herlihy — who co-wrote both films with star Adam Sandler — has a more pressing concern: catching up with yard work

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Taylor Swift Shares Personal Review of 'Happy Gilmore 2' Starring Beau Travis Kelce originally appeared on Parade. Amid her busy schedule, Taylor Swift took a moment out of her day to share her personal thoughts on the highly anticipated new movie, Happy Gilmore 2, which hits Netflix today, July 25.

Jena Sims exclusively tells PEOPLE how she helped her husband, professional golfer Brooks Koepka, learn how to read a script ahead of their joint roles in 'Happy Gilmore 2.'

What we knew about Happy Gilmore 2 has been limited ahead its release on Netflix, with Sandman and the gang trying to guard the long-awaited sequel's secrets. That includes the way Virginia is used, a huge twist comes her way early on in the Adam Sandler movie.