Adam Sandler's sequel surpassed 46 million views in 3 days and became a historic success for Netflix
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Adam Sandler broke records again with his new comedy for Netflix. Happy Gilmore 2 achieved more than 46 million views in just three days. It's already shaping up to be one of the platform's best premieres.
The film picks up the story 29 years after the original and sparked a strong reaction from both fans and critics. With a mix of nostalgia and humor, it became the actor's strongest debut on the streaming giant.
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One of the best premieres in Netflix's history
According to official data, "Happy Gilmore 2" reached 46.7 million views in just 72 hours. It only trailed behind "Back in Action," which achieved 46.8 million at its January launch.
However, the impact of Adam Sandler's return seems to have a longer trajectory. The first installment also re-entered Netflix's weekly top, marking a renewed interest in the saga.
29 years later, the sequel delivers on its promise
The wait was worth it. Nearly three decades have passed since the original premiere and fans replied enthusiastically. Many celebrated the continuity of the character's tone and essence.
Even the specialized critics were more generous than with the first. On Rotten Tomatoes, it received 65% positive ratings compared to the original film's 63%.
A formula that still works
The combination of absurd humor, nostalgia, and recognizable characters proved successful again. Sandler keeps his signature style, and those who know what to expect leave more than satisfied.
El guion fue coescrito por Sandler y Tim Herlihy
In addition, the film manages to balance nods to the original audience with elements that make it accessible to new generations.
