Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Eric M — 12 Apr 2012

Probably Adam Sandler's funniest movie.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Eric M on 12 Apr 2012.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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By Bigmanreviewer (8) on 09 Jun 2023

Great movie, I don't got much to say about it but it's cool, L critics…

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By Landon V (42) on 26 Nov 2016

Even if you hate it you at least got a chuckle Adam Sandler's best and worst times this film brought plenty of laughs and gained some popularity…

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By Anthony K (935) on 28 Mar 2018

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By Ian E (655) on 28 Jun 2017

I can't see how anyone could no like this film. Yeah it's incredibly stupid but it's very funny…

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Absolutely one of the best movies Adam Sandler has ever done. It's funny, it has aged well, has some hilarious scenes. I love this movie…

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By Bemmie (1) on 16 Mar 2021

I can’t believe how low critics have rated this legendary film! This is my all time favourite film and I’ve watched it 100 times over…

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By Kyle20Ellis (540) on 01 Apr 2022

I cannot say I am a fan of Adam Sandler, while I do find him irritating in general, he has done some decent movies…

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By Paully A (54) on 31 Jan 2018

Sandler's best movie by far and will put you in a happy place…

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By Brad S (2,657) on 21 Dec 2016

I had actually only seen this once around the time it was released. Not a great movie but works if you want something light…

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By Greg_ (123) on 02 Feb 2023

This Movie isn't exactly one that makes you think to hard witch can both be a good and bad thing…

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