Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Jeshwanth P — 22 Nov 2011

Thought this was the time when all of Adam Sandler's movies were the same... Happy stands out - if only because Bob Barker kicks some ass.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Jeshwanth P on 22 Nov 2011.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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