Netflix aficionados are buzzing over the recent release of a long-anticipated comedy sequel that’s rocketed to the top of the streaming giant’s film chart.
Boasting a stellar ensemble and brimming with celebrity appearances, the consensus among viewers is that this uproarious sequel was well worth the nearly three-decade hiatus.
Yet, it hasn’t quite bowled over the critics, garnering a modest 69 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
Cinema enthusiasts have shown a touch more enthusiasm, bestowing upon the movie a 71 percent audience approval rating.
In this high-spirited follow-up, the ante is upped as the now-retired golfer Happy makes a comeback to the greens to fund his daughter’s ballet tuition.
Happy finds himself in over his head when tycoon Frank Manatee (portrayed by Benny Safdie) throws down the gauntlet, inviting him to partake in the outlandish Maxi Golf tournament, compelling Happy to elevate his game.
Fish Jelly Films lauded the sequel, commenting: “The cameos come fast and loose, but Happy Gilmore 2 lands as a riotously silly and surprisingly heartwarming comedy.”
Meanwhile, IndieWire conceded: “More often than not, it makes the shot.
“It is also often quite funny. Most of that humour comes care of Sandler, who slips back into Happy with something like grizzled ease.”
One Letterboxd user couldn’t contain their excitement, sharing: “Laff riot. Complete triumph and loving homage to the original.
“Chris Mcdonald is a revelation as Shooter McGavin and steals the show.”
A cinema-goer who caught an early showing was equally thrilled, remarking: “Just love when original characters are brought back into a sequel, even if it’s 30 yrs later lol. The beginning was wild and unexpected af.
“Loved the experience watching this in the theater! the original will always have my heart but this was silly and had me cracking up.”
However, not everyone was charmed by the film, with one particularly harsh critic stating: “Downright awful, barely even a movie.
“Virtually every decision was grating – an unfunny and uninspired cameo and clip reel that has zero charm, abhorrent production, stupid plotting, and terrible acting (exceptions: Christopher McDonald, Haley Joel Osment and somehow Scottie Scheffler).”
And another viewer succinctly summed up their displeasure: “The only happy thing about this movie is when it ends.”
So, did you find yourself in stitches over Happy’s latest escapades, or did you decide to skip this unabashedly goofy comedy sequel?
Happy Gilmore 2 is available to stream on Netflix.