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Ben Stiller is reprising his role from “Happy Gilmore” in the follow-up to Adam Sandler’s 1996 classic sports comedy, “Happy Gilmore 2.”

Netflix is backing the long-awaited sequel, which is currently filming in New Jersey. Along with Sandler and Stiller, the cast will include familiar faces such as Christopher McDonald as pro-golfer Shooter McGavin and Julie Bowen as Sandler’s character’s romantic interest Virginia Venit. New additions to the golf world of “Happy Gilmore 2” include comedian Nick Swardson, filmmaker Benny Safdie, musician Bad Bunny, actor Margaret Qualley and NFL star Travis Kelce.

Netflix didn’t respond to Variety’s request for comment about Stiller’s casting.

Kyle Newacheck is directing the sequel from a script by Sandler and his frequent collaborator Tim Herlihy.

Dennis Dugan helmed the original “Happy Gilmore,” which helped — along with “Billy Madison,” “The Wedding Singer” and “The Waterboy” — to cement Sandler as one of...

Apparently, Adam Sandler’s “The Chanukah Song” isn’t as ubiquitous as we thought.

Kathy Bates, who played Mama Boucher in The Waterboy, had never heard of the song — or Sandler — when she first received the script for the film. “Did you get The Waterboy right out of the gate?” Drew Barrymore asked Bates on her show this week.

“I actually read the first 12 pages and threw it in the trash right next to my bed,” Bates confessed. But the script didn’t stay in the garbage for long. Her niece Linda, who’s worked with Bates since 1994, rescued the screenplay soon after and asked why she threw it out. “Oh, it’s some football script, I don’t know what it is.”

Linda read the name on the front of the script. “Adam Sandler! You don’t know ‘The Chanukah Song’?”

Bates confessed she’d heard of neither, but Linda set her straight.

After a remarkable 50-year career in Hollywood, Oscar-winning actress Kathy Bates has decided to retire, with the CBS reboot of Matlock serving as her final project.

In a recent interview with The New York Times, Bates, 76, expressed her plans to step away from acting, calling this moment her “last dance.”

Reflecting on her career, Bates shared that acting has, at times, consumed her life, leaving little room for personal space. “It becomes my life,” Bates explained. “Sometimes I get jealous of having this talent, because I can’t hold it back, and I just want my life.” She added that she often felt out of place in the industry, noting, “I never felt dressed right or well. I felt like a misfit.”

Bates’ Decision To Retire After A Bad Experience

Bates’ decision to retire was nearly solidified after a bad experience on the set of an unnamed film, which left...

Comedian and actor Adam Sandler is already bringing back Happy Gilmore. Could Bobby Boucher be far behind?

Sandler is set to be the special celebrity guest on tonight’s season debut for the ESPN 2 Manningcast, hosted by Peyton and Eli Manning, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.

Manning’s Omaha Productions put together a preview, featuring his character from the film:

Sandler, who also turns 58 on Monday, previously played football prodigy Bobby Boucher Jr. in the 1998 comedy The Waterboy. He is also a die-hard New York Jets fan, and will watch his team take on the San Francisco 49ers a year after quarterback Aaron Rodgers exited the game against the Bills early with a torn achilles.

The comedian and actor is also promoting his new Netflix comedy special Love You.

Sandler will join the Manning brothers in the second half of the game, with former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick...

Like many popular comedic actors of the day, Adam Sandler got his start on “Saturday Night Live” first as a writer and then as a cast member. He was spotted by weekend update anchor Dennis Miller doing stand-up comedy and Miller recommended him for the show. Sandler was a big success on the show, particularly doing song parodies during the Weekend Update segments. Sandler left the show in 1995 after only five years on the program. Years later when Conan O’Brien was having his own problems with NBC, Sandler admitted to O’Brien that he was actually fired from “SNL” and didn’t leave voluntarily as had been assumed.

Sandler started off doing comedy films after that but has evolved into doing dramatic work at times. While he has a pretty strong track record as a box office draw, he has also often been the target of poor reviews from critics...

Disney didn't exactly have a banner year (by Disney standards anyhow) in 2023. None of the studio's films topped $1 billion last year which, again, is not the marker for success. However, for a studio with as many reliable franchises as Disney has, it's notable, particularly when movies like "The Marvels" and "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" flopped so badly. In any event, the Mouse House is having a real bounce-back year in 2024, with "Inside Out 2" literally ranking as one of the biggest movies of all-time at this point. Yet, oddly enough, it's R-rated movies that are truly leading the way for the traditionally family-friendly company at the moment.

This past weekend, Disney held the number one and number two spots at the box office, with "Deadpool & Wolverine" reclaiming the top spot in its fifth weekend with $18.3 million. Meanwhile, last weekend's champion "Alien: Romulus" landed at number two with $16.2 million.

Writer/director Damien Leone had a budget of around $55,000 to work with on his breakout horror film Terrifier, and a budget of “a little over” $250,000 for Terrifier 2, which was a massive hit when it was released in 2022, earning $15.1 million at the box office. Since the second film did so well, it’s no surprise that a Terrifier 3 is right around the corner. In fact, the film has wrapped production and is on track to reach theatres this Halloween season, on October 10, 2024. In anticipation of the film’s release, we’ve decided to put together a list of the information we’ve heard so far. Keep scrolling to find out Everything We Know About Terrifier 3!

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While the previous two films were set around Halloween, and the new sequel is still getting a Halloween release, this one is changing the setting. The supernatural slasher Art the Clown is...

Inquiring minds like Joe Rogan’s want to know: How does Adam Sandler come up with the ideas for all of his movies? On this week’s Joe Rogan Experience podcast, he asked if Sandler started with a character? A premise? What was the silly secret behind all those blockbusters?

The Sandman didn’t have a definitive answer, but sometimes he just knew he had a winner on his hands. “Billy Madison, I remember I thought, ‘Oh, this could be great. A grown-up who does elementary school again. And that's a great idea — I get to be goofy, get to bully these little kids, then all of a sudden connect with these kids and have fun growing up again.”

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There was only one problem in Sandler’s mind. “Part of my head was like, well, Rodney (Dangerfield) did Back to School already. So everyone’s gonna say, I just ripped off Back to School.

One of the all-time greats in the world of silent film comedy, Harold Lloyd, is perhaps best known for his monumental work Safety Last!, which, in addition to providing Boeing with a perfect slogan, gave us the iconic scene in which Lloyd perilously hangs from a clockface.

He also starred in classics like the college football comedy The Freshman, which no doubt served as the inspiration for Adam Sandler’s The Waterboy.

But before both of those projects, Lloyd was the victim of a freak accident that left him horribly injured, all due to a mishap that wouldn’t have seemed out of place in one of his silent comedies. In 1919, Lloyd inked a deal with Pathe distributors to star in a new series of films, and agreed to pose for a photographer in order to promote the arrangement. During the photo shoot, Lloyd was given a trunk full of props,...

Writer/director Damien Leone had a budget of around $55,000 to work with on his breakout horror film Terrifier, and a budget of “a little over” $250,000 for Terrifier 2, which was a massive hit when it was released last year, earning $15.1 million at the box office. Since the second film did so well, Terrifier 3 has a substantially higher budget. A “couple million” is going into this one, and we’re going to get the chance to see how that translates to the screen when the film receives a theatrical release on October 11th. Filming wrapped a while back, but our friends at Bloody Disgusting have just announced the names of several cast members: Jon Abrahams of Scary Movie, Antonella Rose of Fear the Walking Dead, Krsy Fox of Bury the Bride, and legendary character actor Clint Howard – whose many credits include The Wraith, 3 from Hell, Ice Cream Man, The Waterboy,...

There is a unique charm and allure to college football that you just don’t get from watching the NFL. Yes, people still bet on college football lines but there isn’t the same level of pressure or financial burden on college sports which just makes it that little bit purer and more wholesome.

As does the fact that the youngsters playing the game aren’t weighed down by years of expectations. Instead they’re eagerly chasing their dreams and enjoying every minute of playing a sport that they love.

It’s no wonder then, that the world of college football has spawned so many wholesome and engaging movies and TV series. Here are a few that we think are worthy of your time…

The Waterboy

When it comes to wholesome and entertaining, there isn’t a movie or TV show on this list that holds up to Adam Sandler’s 1998 film.

Tubi, Fox’s free streaming service, has announced its list of July titles. The Tubi July 2024 slate features new Tubi Originals, as well as numerous action, art house, Black cinema, comedy, documentary, drama, horror, kids and family, romance, sci-fi and fantasy, thriller, and Western titles.

As a leading ad-supported video-on-demand service, the company engages diverse audiences through a personalized experience and the world’s largest content library: over 200,000 movies and TV episodes, a growing collection of Tubi Originals, and nearly 250 Fast channels.

You can watch the Tubi July 2024 lineup for free on Android and iOS mobile devices, Amazon Echo Show, Google Nest Hub Max, Comcast Xfinity X1, and Cox Contour.

You can also watch the service on connected television devices such as Amazon Fire TV, Vizio TVs, Sony TVs, Samsung TVs, Roku, Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and on the Tubi site.

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An outstanding talent, Adam Sandler is indeed a funny man and a talent that comes front once a decade. The actor knows how to make some fan-favorite films and over the years, some of them have stood out. Sandler’s career took off by establishing slapstick humor that’s been popular since his works in renowned films like Happy Gilmore, The Waterboy, and the most popular of all Billy Madison.

Adam Sandler in Billy Madison

Come to think of it, when we think of Adam Sandler’s films, we remember the dodgeball scene from Billy Madison, which was so unhinged that the viewers would have believed it was not real. However, the Big Daddy actor explained how everything was real and kids were getting thrashed for real in front of the cameras.

Adam Sandler Unfolds The Most Disturbing Scene in Billy Madison

Adam Sandler’s Billy Madison remains a timeless...

From working as a cast member in Saturday Night Live to venturing as an actor, Adam Sandler has gone through a marvelous journey! Primarily gaining prominence for his work in comedy movies, he is diversifying his portfolio by taking on different projects. Recently, he starred in Johan Renck’s sci-fi drama, Spaceman, which is streaming on Netflix now.

Adam Sandler as Jakub Procházka in Spaceman (2024)

Talking about having Adam Sandler portray the leading role in his new project, Renck commented on how he deemed the former fit for the character, which was something different from what he’s known for.

Spaceman Director Talks About Adam Sandler’s Work

The 57-year-old actor has cemented a successful acting career, starring in several comedies that gained widespread acclaim from audiences. While his notable projects like Happy Gilmore, The Waterboy, Big Daddy, and The Wedding Singer elevated his popularity, his skills are the one...

“Happy Gilmore 2” is apparently being developed by Adam Sandler, and a script even exists. Shooter McGavin actor Christopher McDonald revealed the news during a radio interview on “Audacy’s 92.3 The Fan.” McDonald said he had a recent run-in with Sandler, who unexpectedly pulled out the first draft for a sequel to their 1996 sports comedy classic.

“I saw Adam [Sandler] about two weeks ago, and he says to me, ‘McDonald, you’re gonna love this,'” McDonald said. “I said, ‘What?’ He says, ‘How about that,’ and he shows me the first draft of ‘Happy Gilmore 2.’ Maybe you should cut that out [of this audio] because I don’t wanna be a liar, but he did show me that, and I thought, ‘Well, that would be awesome.’ So, it’s in the works. Fans demand it, dammit!”

Variety has reached out to Sandler’s representative for comment.

Sandler starred in and co-wrote “Happy Gilmore,” which was directed by Dennis Dugan.

As the social and political turmoil of 1960s America spilled into the 1970s, network television executives and producers knew they could no longer ignore the thorny issues being argued over kitchen tables and at work/school. The Vietnam War, the Civil Rights Movement, the Equal Rights Amendment, etc. were driving a wedge between families and neighbors. So when Norman Lear trotted out the unrepentant bigot Archie Bunker on "All in the Family" in 1971, many people in the country felt seen. And while they might not agree on the hot-button topics explored on this show, they could at least laugh through their many disagreements.

There came a point, however (somewhere between President Richard M. Nixon's resignation and the end of the Vietnam War), where television viewers grew weary of all these socially conscious sitcoms. Yes, they were still watching them in huge numbers, but they needed a break from the nonstop tumult of their lives.

After wrapping up his four-season run on HBO’s acclaimed dark comedy Barry, Henry Winkler has been set to receive USC Comedy’s prestigious Oakie Award for Exceptional Achievements in Film and Television Comedy.

Part of the Jack Oakie and Victoria Horne Oakie Masters of Comedy Lecture Series, the award presentation will take place on Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00 pm and will include an in-depth conversation with Winkler, moderated by Barry‘s co-creator and star, Bill Hader. In addition to Hader, past recipients of the Oakie Award include Catherine O’Hara, Nancy Meyers, Kenya Barris, Steve Carell, James Burrows, Paul Feig, Mel Brooks, James L. Brooks, Judd Apatow, Lisa Kudrow, Barnet Kellman, David Isaacs, Phil Rosenthal, and Tim Story.

In a statement on Winkler’s forthcoming recognition, David Isaacs, Co-Chair of USC Comedy and Chair of the John Wells Division of Writing for Screen & Television, said: “Henry Winkler’s indelible mark...

Adam Sandler is teaming up with his Uncut Gems director Josh Safdie on a new comedy special for Netflix.

The project is the second comedy special from Sandler and the streamer following 2018’s 100% Fresh, directed by Steven Brill with contributions from Paul Thomas Anderson, the latter of which directed Sandler in Punch-Drunk Love.

Sandler’s longtime deal with Netflix has also included multiple films: Leo, You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah, Hustle, Murder Mystery, Murder Mystery 2, Hubie Halloween, Sandy Wexler, The Week Of, The Do-Over and The Ridiculous 6. Additionally, his production banner Happy Madison has produced Father of the Year, The Wrong Missy and The Out-laws.

Sandler’s career began with roles in the TV show The Cosby Show and a year later with his film debut in Going Overboard, before hitting the stand-up comedy circuit where he was discovered by Dennis Miller. Miller recommended Sandler to...

Adam Sandler (Photo Credit: Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty)

Adam Sandler has been chosen as the recipient of the 2024 People’s Choice Awards Icon Award and will be honored with the special award during the February 18th broadcast. This year’s awards show, hosted by Barbie‘s Simu Liu, will air on NBC, Peacock and E! beginning at 8pm Et/Pt.

“Adam Sandler has been a fixture in the industry for decades, entertaining us since he got his start on Saturday Night Live more than 30 years ago,” said Jen Neal, Executive Vice President, Live Events and Specials, NBCUniversal Entertainment. “From Billy Madison to Mr. Deeds, his unforgettable characters have endured the test of time and left their mark on audiences for generations. We’re excited to honor him with this year’s People’s Icon Award.”

Sandler’s resume includes starring roles in The Waterboy, Happy Gilmore, The Wedding Singer,...

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Adam Sandler and his production company Happy Maddison Productions, are a powerhouse production company for Netflix. The actor, writer and comedian has now been involved with over a dozen projects with lots more to come. Here’s a breakdown of everything coming from Sandler in 2024 and beyond.

Of course, Adam Sandler has now been producing movies for Netflix exclusively for years, with seven feature films, a stand-up special, and a handful of movies produced by his banner, Happy Madison. The deal has existed for years, although it was renewed in January 2020 for four more feature films.

Let’s recap all of the Adam Sandler movies/Happy Madison movies to have been released on Netflix so far. Those marked with an asterisk don’t star Sandler.

Leo – Released on November 21st, 2022 You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah! – Released on August 25th, 2023 The Out-Laws* – Released on July 7th,...

The week of Thanksgiving is always a major one for moviegoers, and these days, that holds true for streaming too. Netflix typically offers up a new movie that becomes an instant hit among subscribers, and this year it was the animated Adam Sandler film "Leo." If you haven't seen the ads for "Leo," it's a musical coming-of-age comedy about an old lizard (Sandler) who becomes a mentor to fifth graders after they discover the class pet can talk. It's more likely that you have already seen this movie, though, as Netflix reports that 34.6 million people tuned in to watch it during the week of November 20th to 27, 2023.

Streamers' self-reported data is notoriously less-than-transparent, but an animated kids' movie doing huge numbers during a long weekend is a no-brainer. "Leo" also actually looks good; the smooth animation is closer to Dreamworks or Pixar style than typical Netflix fare, and Sandler reigns...

Streaming services are now trying to ration their upcoming original content due to the ongoing actors strike and the only recently-resolved writers’ strike, so we’re going to see a thinning-down of new releases across the board over the next six months at least. Hulu will be adding a lot of library TV shows and movies in November, but there are only a few new major original projects hitting the streamer this month.

Hulu’s spotlight streaming series in November is Black Cake, which is based on the bestselling book by Charmaine Wilkerson. Part family drama, part murder mystery, the show features a globetrotting story that will cover decades of events after a bereaved family find a flash drive that contains some shocking secrets about the hidden history of their late matriarch.

Also dropping on Hulu this month is the original film Quiz Lady, starring Sandra Oh, Awkwafina, Jason Schwartzman,...

Exclusive: Randy Kiyan, the talent and literary manager most recently serving as the head of literary at Luber Roklin Entertainment, today announced the launch of his own management company, Ronin Entertainment.

Kiyan told Deadline that the company “will embody a sleek and nimble mentality that is best served to advocate and support artists in this ever-evolving entertainment landscape.” He added that the trust he shares with clients stems from “a mandate of clear communication of goals, and a passion to tell inclusive stories for broad audiences. We are unified in our commitment to integrity of our artform.”

Kiyan went on to express his gratitude to Luber Roklin principals Matt Luber and Lena Roklin “for taking a chance on me and providing the foundation and freedom to grow my business over the years, as well as my mentors, friends, and colleagues for their continued support. I have always admired the entrepreneurial...

Hulu has released it’s full list of what will be added to it’s library throughout the month of November 2023!

The streaming service revealed all of the TV shows and movies that are coming to it’s platform, including quite a few fan favorite movies and some holiday features as the holiday season kicks off.

Get more info inside…

Among the movies being added include The Holiday, The Wedding Singer, The Waterboy, Pacific Rim, Shallow Hal, Twister, Men in Black, Armageddon and many more.

On the television side, Hulu will be adding the new original series Black Cake and Drive with Swizz Beatz, season two of Arthdal Chronicles, LA Law, Wahlburgers season five, and Spellbound season 1B.

There will also be many Christmas movies from Hallmark and A&e being added!

Keep reading below to see the complete list of what’s being added to Hulu in November 2023…

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For a movie that's mostly about how friendships are forever, the 2010 Adam Sandler comedy "Grown Ups" may have had fans wondering about a conspicuously missing face from the sequel. For much of Sandler's career on the big screen, he's been joined by longtime friend and collaborator Rob Schneider. Starting with 1998's "The Waterboy," the two actors have appeared in well over a dozen movies together, from the likes of "Mr. Deeds" and "The Longest Yard" to even an animated movie like "Eight Crazy Nights." Contrary to recent rumors, the bond still seems to be going strong as the two ended up joining forces again in 2017's "Sandy Wexler" and once more in "Hubie Halloween" three years ago. But that hasn't stopped fans from wondering why, after such a prominent role in "Grown Ups," Schneider didn't return for another go-around in "Grown Ups 2."

If you're looking for some hot gossip...

Jason Reed has been appointed head of Skydance Sports, the sports-focused studio joint venture formed between David Ellison’s Skydance Media and the NFL.

In the new role, Reed will oversee all Skydance Sports operations and the development and production of the studio’s entire slate of sports-driven storytelling across scripted and unscripted content, documentaries, and events including and not limited to NFL content. He’ll report directly to the Skydance Sports Board of Directors, which includes Skydance Media’s president and COO, Jesse Sisgold, who now serves as Chairman.

“Jason is an outstanding executive with a proven track record of running complex organizations and producing top-quality films and series. His versatility, creative sensibility, and expertise launching some of the world’s most recognizable franchises is a boon to Skydance Sports, as we look to harness our early successes and scale the global footprint of the studio,” said Sisgold.

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Veteran producer and film executive Jason T. Reed has been named as the head of Skydance Sports, the company announced on Thursday.

Skydance Sports is the sports-focused studio collaboration that was established in 2022, a joint effort between David Ellison’s Skydance Media and the NFL.

With more than 20 years in the media and content industry, Reed’s history includes the creation and production of significant film and TV intellectual properties, such as “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” and the live-action version of “Mulan.” Furthermore, he had an 18-year tenure at The Walt Disney Company, where he excelled in international production and franchise management.

In his newly created role, Reed will spearhead Skydance Sports operations and oversee the development and production of the studio’s entire slate of sports-driven storytelling. This will encompass both scripted and unscripted content, documentaries and events, including NFL-related content.

Reed will report directly to...

Film executive Jason T. Reed has been named the head of Skydance Sports, the joint studio venture formed by Skydance Media and the NFL.

Reed most recently ran his own film and television production company and will now lead the development and production of Skydance Sports’ sport-driven scripted and unscripted content, documentaries, and events. He will report to the company board of directors, run by recently appointed chairman, Jesse Sisgold, Skydance Media’s president and chief operating officer.

At his self-titled production company, Reed produced Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes and the live-action feature film adaptation of Mulan. Working in international production and franchise management at The Walt Disney Company, Reed also oversaw films such as the National Treasure franchise, Alice in Wonderland, Pearl Harbor, Armageddon and Enchanted. He has worked on sports features such as Prefontaine, The Waterboy and The Greatest Game Ever Played.

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Jason T. Reed, a veteran producer who spent 18 years as an exec at Disney overseeing a number of top franchises, has been named Head of Skydance Sports.

The division of David Ellison’s Skydance Media last year formally teamed with the NFL and NFL Films. In his newly created role, Reed will lead overall Skydance Sports operations and the development and production of the studio’s entire slate of sports-driven scripted and unscripted projects, along with documentaries and events.

Jon Weinbach, who has served as President of Skydance Sports since its 2021 formation, will now focus on overseeing the studio’s unscripted and documentary slate. That unit produced NFL Draft: The Pick Is In, a docuseries that became Roku’s most-watched original documentary title ever, earning a renewal for 2024. Another title shepherded by Weinbach was Kelce, a feature documentary on Prime Video about Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce.

As Reed takes on the head role,...

September may traditionally be a month that sees the weather cool off, but the action is just heating up on Tubi! The free ad-supported streaming service has some fantastic new titles debuting this month, including original action movies like “The Vigilante.”

There’s a wide range of other shows and movies headed to Tubi this month, including original stoner comedies, 2000s action series like “The Expendables,” and much more. Check below for a list of every show and movie headed to Tubi in September, and for The Streamable’s top five titles that will be available there this month!

What Are the Top 5 Series and Movies Headed to Tubi in September? ‘A Knight's Tale’ | Friday, Sept. 1

Heath Ledger stars as William Thatcher, a lowly squire who dreams of becoming a knight himself. Thatcher takes a chance and reaches for everything he’s ever wanted, finding love, excitement and adventure. But...

Earthgang have shared “Die Today,” the latest preview of their upcoming EP, Earthgang vs the Algorithm: Rip Human Art. The accompanying video features the duo of WowGr8 and Olu attending their own funeral, where fellow rapper Denzel Curry gives a bizarre eulogy.

Produced by Olu with Buddy Red, “Die Today” addresses fake love. Whereas Olu asks whether his partner would “cross the galaxy” to check on him, WowGr8 is more defiant, rapping, “They say the good die young, I’ma be the last remain/ Hate all you want, I can’t stop, I’m a force of nature.”

In the video, Earthgang imagine how their deaths would spark reactions from news outlets like Fox News and CNN, Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update, and social media. Thanks to all the attention, the song piles up streams and zooms to the top of the charts. At the funeral itself, Curry mocks...

Adam Sandler drew raves for his performance in “Uncut Gems,” but his latest Netflix movie, “You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah,” has so far gotten even better critics’ reviews, as well as raves for his youngest daughter, Sunny.

As of Monday afternoon, the family comedy, which co-stars his daughters, had a 96% positive ratings from critics, while the 2019 Safdie Brothers drama sits at 91%.

Audiences, at 66% positive, were less gung-ho about the Sammi Cohen-directed comedy, which premiered Aug. 25 on the streamer.

Critics are saying, essentially, “hurrah for nepotism” about Sandler’s daughter Sunny, who stars as Stacy Friedman who clashes with her Bff (Samantha Lorraine) right before their respective bat mitzvahs.

Sunny’s real-life sister Sadie Sandler plays her older sister, Ronnie, while former “Saturday Night Live” regular who also produced,” plays their father in role with limited screen time. Jackie Sandler, their real mother, also appears in the film,...

Earthgang have returned with “Bobby Boucher,” their first new music of 2023. It will appear on their upcoming EP, Earthgang vs the Algorithm: Rip Human Art, out July 28th.

As the name suggests, “Bobby Boucher” is an homage to Adam Sandler’s character in the 1998 cult comedy classic The Waterboy, which featured artist Benji. references on the chorus by rapping, “Playin’ roulette like Bobby Boucher/ Wa-wa-water on a Tuesday for all this D’Ussé.”

Meanwhile, WowGr8 (aka Doctor Dot) alludes to Boucher’s choice to switch over to the rival team when he spits, “Growing up, might need to be the villain.” He continues with some boastful bars: “I’m out the space, you can never come near this/ I heard your tape, but I really ain’t feel it/ Fresh out the woods, where they follow my footprints.”

The accompanying music video was filmed at North Clayton High School in Earthgang’s hometown of Atlanta,...

Four “Hunger Games” movies are coming to Fox’s free streaming service Tubi beginning May 1. The games begin with one girl and one boy from each district trained in the art of survival and ultimately, battling to the death. Unless your character is played by Jennifer Lawrence, in which case, all bets are off.

Watch the trailer for “The Hunger Games”:

Also coming is the Tubi original comedy “Pastacolypse” on May 21. When a global ban on gluten destroys the life of billionaire celebrity chef Alfredo Manicotti, he leads a pasta uprising that threatens humanity. It’s up to his spoiled heiress daughter to save the world.

The true-crime story of Joseph DeAngelo arrives May 10. A devoted family man and police officer, DeAngelo was also the Golden State Killer. For 40 years, he raped and murdered women in California. “Evil Among Us: The Golden State Killer” reveals how a genetic match...

Buckle your seat belts and hold onto your habits. The Peacock original sci-fi action series “Mrs. Davis” is set to debut on April 20. And in true 21st-century fashion, a nun named Simone (played Betty Gilpin) faces off in an epic global battle against a powerful Artificial Intelligence. Created by Tara Hernandez and Damon Lindelof, the series is one of the biggest swings in terms of original productions. The series will feature Jake McDorman, Andy McQueen, David Arquette, Margo Martindale, Elizabeth Marvel, Chris Diamantopoulos, and more.

Watch the “Mrs. Davis” trailer:

Talk about getting your affairs in order. “The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning” gives people a chance to organize their homes and lives before they shuffle off this mortal coil. Actress Amy Poehler is executive producing the series, coming April 27, that enlists critical help to make that final exit easier. De-clutter before you die.

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The hit TV show Happy Days aired on ABC from 1974 to 1984. Here’s what we know about the cast today.

Henry Winkler Henry Winkler and the ‘Happy Days’ cast | ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images

Henry Winkler played Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli. After Happy Days,, Winkler appeared in One Christmas (1994), Monty (1994), and The Waterboy (1998). He is currently starring in the HBO series Barry.

Don Most

Don Most played the character Ralph Malph. After Happy Days, he continued his acting career. Some of Most’s acting credits include appearances in The Munsters Today (1989), Charles in Charge (1989), The New Lassie (1991), and Bones (2010). His most recent role was in the 2022 film County Line: No Fear.

Ron Howard Ron Howard | ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images

Ron Howard played the character Richie Cunningham. After Happy Days, Howard pursued a directing and production career. Some of his credits...

Drew Barrymore is itching for another collab with longtime friend and frequent co-star, Adam Sandler. Barrymore spoke to Et’s Rachel Smith at the Mark Twain Honors in Washington D.C. Sunday, where she said that the pair are actively seeking their next project together.

“We might have mentioned something about it this morning,” Barrymore teased. “We’re actively seeking.”

While she wouldn’t reveal much, “The Drew Barrymore Show” host said that she and Sandler are working on finding that perfect “alchemy” before bringing anything to the big screen.

“I know, I wonder the same thing, ’cause I think that is important for us, to hook into it,” Barrymore said when asked what the two are up to next. “Maybe not be redundant of something we’ve done in the past, but not try to prove we’re doing something different just to prove it. It’s like an alchemy,...

Jennifer Aniston has named her favourite Adam Sandler film – and the choice is rather unexpected.

The actor has reunited with the comedian for Murder Mystery 2, a sequel to their comedy that broke streaming records for Netflix in 2019.

Both actors are doing the promotional rounds for the film, which is released later this month.

As part of this, Sandler participated in an interview with The Washington Post, which featured commentary from entertainment figures to have worked with the actor since his rise to fame in the 1990s.

It was for this interview that Aniston selected the Sandler film she thinks is the best.

Recalling being unable to “keep a straight face” when watching the actor, the Friends star said: “Personally, I think You Don’t Mess With the Zohan is one of the funniest movies.”

In the 2008 film, Sandler plays an Israeli counter-terrorist commando who, after faking his own death, travels...

With Super Bowl Lvii upon us, we wanted to know what Football (or Football related) movie was your favorite. We compiled a list of scripted movies, so you won’t see the Oscar Winning Documentary Undefeated on the list, but if that is your favorite, please click the other button and let us know why you loved it so much in the comments section.

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It feels just like last month we were complimenting Hulu on its true crime offerings. Well, with its list of new releases for February 2023, Hulu is staying in the true crime lane. Suppose that’ll happen when you push back the release date of a series or two.

February sees the arrival of three notable true crime series on Hulu. Taiwan Crime Stories premieres on Feb. 1 and presents four true tales from Taiwan’s criminal “dark underbelly.” That will be followed by ABC News Studios’ Killing County on Feb. 3. That three-episode series ponders the question “what happens when police kill?” The most interesting true crime offering premieres on Feb. 9. That’s when Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence College shares its four-episode saga of Larry Ray and the young college students he victimized.

As far as non true crime offerings go, the third and final season of Hulu...

February can be a weird month. It’s too late to wish anyone “Happy New Year,” late enough to abandon resolutions, and too early to leave the house if you want to avoid getting caught in nasty weather (even in Los Angeles).

This month also marks the third and final season of Hulu’s widely acclaimed “Wu-Tang: An American Saga,” which charts the rise of the Wu-Tang clan over time. Season 3 catches up with the Wu-Tang members after their first album, facing divergent paths in the years that follow. As with any group navigating the challenging lure of fame and money, it’s a treacherous road — but an indelible journey. “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” Season 3 premieres February 15 on Hulu.

Here’s everything coming to Hulu in February 2023.

February 1

“Taiwan Crime Stories” (Season 1)

“Impractical Jokers” (Seasons 1-3)

“Naruto Shippuden”

“Sherman’s Showcase” (Season 2B)

“2012” (2009)

“50/50” (2011)

“Aileen Wuornos: American Boogeywoman” (2021)

“All...

Coming off the heels of the epic masterpiece that was 1999's "Magnolia," Paul Thomas Anderson needed a break. The massive ensemble casts of both that movie and 1997's "Boogie Nights" (which featured many of the same collaborators) as well as their massive respective runtimes had signified Anderson as a director of note. They were loaded with (sometimes literally) explosive scenes, teary confessions, a beautiful eye for San Fernando Valley views, and unforgettable widescreen images. His follow-up, "Punch-Drunk Love," would simultaneously have Anderson refining his established style and also abandoning his comfort zone.

Where Anderson took his talents next was perhaps the most shocking thing a director of his reputation and critical praise could do: make an Adam Sandler romantic comedy. The actor was often accused of polluting the multiplex with lowbrow, dumbed-down slapstick. The idea that a director known for quirky, literate ensemble epics would pair off with Sandler was...

It’s somewhat hard to believe, but Adam Sandler — the guest on this edition of The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast, which was recorded in late 2022 in front of an audience at the Newport Beach Film Festival, where Sandler received the fest’s performance of the year award — has been a star for more than 30 years now.

Hired as a writer on Saturday Night Live in 1990, the Brooklyn-born comedian soon began appearing in his own sketches and won over audiences with his madcap man-child characters. He then transitioned to a film career, co-writing and starring in movies about lovable losers who win the day, like 1995’s Billy Madison, 1996’s Happy Gilmore and 1998’s The Wedding Singer and The Waterboy.

While Sandler, now 56, has continued to consistently pump out unabashedly goofy comedies to which audiences have flocked, he has also, with increasing frequency, taken aback critics by deploying serious acting...

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will present the 24th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor to Adam Sandler at a gala performance at the Kennedy Center on March 19.

The prize recognizes individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the 19th-century novelist and essayist Samuel Clemens, better known as Mark Twain.

“Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favorite cast member on ‘SNL,’” Kennedy Center president Deborah F. Rutter said. “Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry, and cry from laughing. I am looking forward to a laughter-filled evening like no other as we celebrate his career at a ceremony that is sure to bring together the best in comedy.”

As a recipient of the prize, Sandler will receive a copy of an 1884 bronze portrait bust...

Over the years, The Mark Twain Prize for American Humor has gone to such luminaries as Richard Pryor, Carl Reiner, Whoopi Goldberg, Billy Crystal, George Carlin and Ellen DeGeneres. Next year, it’s going to the guy who made us crack up as Happy Gilmour.

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts said Tuesday that Adam Sandler would receive the prestigious award at a gala on March 19.

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“Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music, and his tenure as a fan favourite cast member on ‘SNL,’” said Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter in a statement. “Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry, and cry from laughing.”

The 56-year-old actor-comedian, who this year starred in the well-received Netflix basketball drama-comedy “Hustle”, has created a list of funny films,...

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One of comedy’s highest honors is headed Adam Sandler’s way.

The superstar comedian has been selected to receive the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. The Hustle star will receive the honor during a gala ceremony at Washington, D.C.’s John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on March 19.

The Mark Twain Prize “recognizes individuals who have had an impact on American society in ways similar to the distinguished 19th-century novelist and essayist Samuel Clemens, best known as Mark Twain.” Previous recipients include Richard Pryor, Whoopi Goldberg, Bob Newhart, Lily Tomlin, Neil Simon, Billy Crystal, George Carlin, Ellen DeGeneres, Carol Burnett, Jay Leno, David Letterman, Dave Chappelle and Jon Stewart. And many of his fellow Saturday Night Live alums have also received the honor, like Lorne Michaels, Steve Martin, Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, Eddie Murphy, Bill Murray and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Actor and comedian Adam Sandler will be receiving the 2023 Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The ceremony will be held on March 19 for a later airing on PBS.

Sandler first became famous as a cast member on “Saturday Night Live.” He followed with a popular film career, with such movies as “Billy Madison,” “Happy Gilmore,” “The Wedding Singer,” “The Waterboy,” “Big Daddy,” “Punch-Drunk Love,” “Uncut Gems” and “Hustle.”

The first Mark Twain prize was given in 1998 to Richard Pryor. Other recipients have included Jonathan Winters, Bob Newhart, Neil Simon, Lorne Michaels, Whoopi Goldberg, Lily Tomlin, Steve Martin, Carol Burnett, Eddie Murphy, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bill Murray, David Letterman, Dave Chappelle and Jon Stewart.

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Adam Sandler has been turning heads lately with his dramatic turns in Hustle and Uncut Gems, but he’ll be honored in March for his comedy roots. The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts said today that the Saturday Night Live alum and film star will receive its 24th Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

The award will be presented March 19 during a gala performance at the Kennedy Center Concert Hall in Manhattan. Broadcast details are Tba.

“Adam Sandler has entertained audiences for over three decades with his films, music and his tenure as a fan-favorite cast member on SNL,” Kennedy Center President Deborah F. Rutter said. “Adam has created characters that have made us laugh, cry and cry from laughing.”

A five-time Emmy nominee, Sandler got his start with a four-episode stint on The Cosby Show, then the No. 1 series on TV, before joining the SNL cast...

In the 1998 comedy film "The Waterboy," Bobby Boucher, a sheltered and socially challenged 31-year-old "water distribution engineer," earns a spot on the last-place South-Central Louisiana State University Mud Dogs football team. Channeling pent-up aggression stemming from being bullied, Bobby becomes an unstoppable tackling machine, single-handedly turning the team around. However, he does this behind the back of his mama, Helen.

Played by Kathy Bates, Helen wants to do nothing more than keep Bobby hidden away with her in the house. Instead of committing forcible kidnapping and torture, like Bates' character does in the 1990 horror/thriller "Misery," Helen manipulates Bobby by telling her ill-informed son that football, or in her words, "foosball," -- along with college, little girls, astronomy and anything else she sees as a threat -- "is the devil."

During a 2019 episode of the Vanity Fair series "Career Timeline," Bates said she initially turned down the chance to play the overly prudish,...

Adam Sandler has shared how Kathy Bates helped him after realising “critics hated” his movies.

Throughout his career, the actor’s choices have been regularly ridiculed by reviewers, who have given several of his releases bad write-ups.

Films including Little Nicky, Grown-Ups, The Ridiculous 6 and Sandy Wexler have been torn apart by crtiics, and Sandler has acknowledged that, at first, such a reception came as a shock to him when he started writing and leading his own films in the mid-1990s.

“When Billy Madison came out, me and my friend who wrote it, we were just like, ‘Oh yeah, they’re going to write about this in New York!’” Deadline reports the actor as saying.

“We read the first one and we were like, ‘Oh my god, what happened? They hate us.’ And then we were like, ‘It must have been this paper,’ but then 90 per cent of the papers are going,...