Happy Gilmore(1996)
“He doesn't play golf... he destroys it.”
Overview
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.
Director
Dennis Dugan
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$12M
Revenue
$41M
Cast
Adam Sandler
as Happy Gilmore
Christopher McDonald
as Shooter McGavin
Julie Bowen
as Virginia Venit
Frances Bay
as Grandma
Carl Weathers
as Chubbs Peterson
Allen Covert
as Otto
Robert Smigel
as IRS Agent
Bob Barker
as Self
Richard Kiel
as Mr. Larson
Dennis Dugan
as Doug Thompson
Joe Flaherty
as Jeering Fan
Lee Trevino
as Lee Trevino
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1996
Runtime
1h 32m
Language
English
Rating
6.7 / 10
Budget
$12M
Box Office
$41M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Brillstein-Grey Entertainment • Robert Simonds Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Happy Gilmore?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Happy Gilmore (1996).
What is Happy Gilmore about?▼
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.
Who directed Happy Gilmore?▼
Happy Gilmore was directed by Dennis Dugan and released in 1996. It is a comedy film.
How long is Happy Gilmore?▼
Happy Gilmore has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
Who stars in Happy Gilmore?▼
The cast of Happy Gilmore includes Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore, Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit, Frances Bay as Grandma, Carl Weathers as Chubbs Peterson and more.
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