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Happy Gilmore
1996 92 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★6.6
Comedy
Director: Dennis Dugan
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Description
Failed hockey player-turned-golf whiz Happy Gilmore — whose unconventional approach and antics on the green courts the ire of rival Shooter McGavin — is determined to win a PGA tournament so he can save his granny's house with the prize money. Meanwhile, an attractive tour publicist tries to soften Happy's image.
Budget:
$12M
US Gross:
$39.04M
Worldwide:
$41.42M
Starring
Adam Sandler
Actor
Christopher McDonald
Actor
Julie Bowen
Actor
Awards
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1996
— Best Fight
MTV Movie & TV Awards 1996
— Best Comedy Performance
Key opinion
Happy Gilmore is widely regarded as a quintessentially silly and endearing Adam Sandler comedy that balances crude humor with genuine heart. While critics are often divided by its simplistic narrative and aggressive tone, the film remains a beloved staple for fans of 90s slapstick.
| Acting | Adam Sandler's volatile and charismatic lead performance defines the film's appeal. | |
| Acting | The supporting cast, particularly Christopher McDonald as the antagonist and Carl Weathers as the mentor, provides memorable and effective foils. | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds as a lighthearted, family-friendly viewing experience that retains a core of sincerity. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided: some appreciate its simple, classic comedic structure, while others find the plotting to be formulaic and lacking depth. | |
| Humor | The humor is polarizing: fans embrace its unapologetic, 'daft' absurdity, whereas detractors view the comedic style as forced, unintelligent, or grating. |