"The beloved comedy 'Happy Gilmore' is getting a sequel, with Bad Bunny joining Adam Sandler for a fresh take. Will this unexpected pairing take the classic to new heights? Find out by watching the video!
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00:00Netflix has announced an exciting sequel to the 1996 comedy hit Happy Gilmore,
00:06with Latin music star Bad Bunny joining Adam Sandler.
00:09This fresh pairing is set to bring a modern twist to the beloved classic.
00:13Bad Bunny, known for his Grammy-winning music and recent acting roles in Bullet Train and Narcos Mexico,
00:19will star alongside Sandler, who returns as the quirky golfer Happy Gilmore.
00:25Netflix aims to blend nostalgia with new star power, hoping to attract both long-time fans and younger audiences.
00:32The sequel will be directed by Kyle Neuwer-Chek, who previously worked with Sandler on Murder Mystery.
00:38The screenplay is co-written by Tim Hurley and Sandler,
00:41who will also produce the film with Robert Simons and Jack Giaraputo.
00:45Dennis Jergen, who directed the original, will serve as the executive producer.
00:51Details about the plot are still under wraps, but Bad Bunny is rumored to play a charismatic rival to Sandler's character.
00:58The film will likely continue with its signature mix of comedy and heart while updating the story for a modern audience.
01:06Fans of the original Happy Gilmore, which grossed $41.2 million at the box office,
01:12can look forward to the same blend of slapstick humor and memorable moments.
01:17Now with an exciting new twist.
01:19As anticipation grows, the combination of Sandler's comedic talent and Bad Bunny's rising fame
01:24is sure to make this sequel a highly anticipated Netflix release.