Review of Happy Gilmore (1996) by Brett H — 12 Mar 2012

Classic Adam Sandler, acting like a jackass and making us laugh.

This review of Happy Gilmore (1996) was written by Brett H on 12 Mar 2012.

Happy Gilmore has generally received positive reviews.

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By Cody B (326) on 01 Dec 2016

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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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Adam Sandler's style of humor usually isn't humorous to me. Happy Gilmore is the sole exception…

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Happy Gilmore is a funny movie with a competent plot. That is really all I have to say about it…

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By Jason M (2,623) on 06 Dec 2016

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