The real Barker died two years ago in 2023, at the age of 99. But Sandler pays tribute to their epic fight in Happy Gilmore 2, with a new fight, this time between Gilmore and his longtime rival, Shooter McGavin, played once again by the hilarious Christopher McDonald.

After Carl Weathers' death at age 76 last year, 'Happy Gilmore 2' had to undergo a rewrite to account for his absence.

Not every cast member could return for "Happy Gilmore 2." Here's what you need to know about Chubbs, who was played by Carl Weathers.

Adam Sandler is disappointed that one very important part of "Happy Gilmore" will not be happening for the sequel coming to Netflix on July 25.

Happy Gilmore 2 just dropped on Netflix, and while it’s probably not going to win any Oscars, most fans seem to be really pleased with the sequel, me included. It’s a goofy good time with some big laughs and a ton of cameos and returning characters. It also includes one big WTF death scene that left me and the actress involved absolutely shocked.

Richard Kiel, an iconic Bond villain who portrayed a giant Happy Gilmore fan who intimidates rival Shooter McGavin in the first film, is honored by having his character's son appear in the sequel. Kiel died at 74 in 2014.

Anyone with a Netflix subscription (which start at $8 a month) can play this title; however, unlike many other Netflix games, it doesn't run on mobile devices such as phones and tablets. Netflix subscribers can play Happy Gilmore on a supported smart TV, streaming device or browser, including Chrome.