As its prequel is set to leave Netflix, concerns are growing about whether Happy Gilmore 2 will remain on the streaming platform. Directed by Kyle Newacheck, the new movie sees Gilmore coming out of retirement and returning to the golf course. This time, he returns with a heartfelt motive — to fund his daughter’s ballet classes. With the film having just premiered, many are wondering if it will meet the same licensing fate as its predecessor. So, here are the details.
Is Happy Gilmore 2 also leaving Netflix after Part 1?
No, Happy Gilmore 2 won’t be leaving Netflix like Part 1. It will continue to stay on the streaming platform, given it’s a Netflix original.
Since Happy Gilmore (1996) isn’t a Netflix original and its licensing agreement has expired, the film is set to leave the platform on August 1, 2025. Today, July 31, is the last day to catch up on the movie before it moves to another streaming service. It will then premiere on Starz.
Ahead of Happy Gilmore 2’s release, its predecessor’s viewership soared massively on Netflix, securing a place in the service’s Top 10. Now that the sequel has officially dropped, the prequel’s viewership has the potential to increase even more. However, since its license wasn’t renewed, it will be moving elsewhere.
Viewers don’t need to worry about the latest film meeting the same fate as its predecessor, as it’s a Netflix original and will remain on the platform. As Netflix doesn’t offer a free trial, it’s essential to have a valid subscription to access its library.
The 2025 movie brings back the original cast members, which includes Adam Sandler as Happy Gilmore, Julie Bowen as Virginia, Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, and Ben Stiller as Hal L. The new cast members include Bad Bunny, Margaret Qualley, and others.
