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The Making of 'Happy Gilmore'

Behind-the-Scenes Secrets and Fun Facts

A Passion Project

Adam Sandler has always been a huge hockey fan, so he was thrilled when he was approached to star in a movie about a hockey player.

He immediately jumped at the chance and began working on the script with his long-time friend and collaborator Tim Herlihy.

Casting the Characters

Sandler was very involved in the casting process, and he personally handpicked each member of the supporting cast.

He knew that he wanted Christopher McDonald to play Shooter McGavin, and he was also adamant about having Julie Bowen play Virginia Venit.

On-Set Shenanigans

The filming of 'Happy Gilmore' was a lot of fun, and the cast and crew often got into trouble.

Sandler was known for his pranks, and he often kept the set in stitches with his antics.

Critical and Commercial Success

'Happy Gilmore' was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to make Sandler a household name.

The movie has since become a cult classic, and it is still enjoyed by fans around the world.