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Kevin Costner has given us many hits in his career such asDances with WolvesandField of Dreams, and even though he’s a brilliant artist, the actor is prone to occasional misjudgments. One such example is him turning down a role in Adam Sandler’sHappy Gilmore.
It was a film that went on to do better than the one that Costner chose over it. Sandler’s comedic legacy was established through it, but for theYellowstoneactor, it was just a missed opportunity. So, let’s look at which movie the star went on to do instead, its outcomes, and the return ofHappy Gilmore.
Kevin Costner’s gamble with Adam Sandler’sHappy Gilmoredid not pay off
In 1996,Kevin Costnerhad to make a career-defining choice, which was to either join Adam Sandler on his quirky project or do a romantic comedy centered around golf. Costner chose the latter, a movie calledTin Cupwhere he played a washed-up golf pro, overHappy Gilmore(viaScreenrant).
However,Tin Cupearned $75.8 million globally on a $45 million budget, and its return on investment (1.7 times the budget) fell short ofHappy Gilmore’s box-office success (viaThe Numbers). Sandler’s film grossed $41.2 million on a modest $12 million budget, tripling its production cost and solidifying its status as a cult classic (viaBusiness Insider).
He missed the chance to play Shooter McGavin, the film’s antagonist who is now one of the most iconic characters in the comedy genre. Christopher McDonald was ultimately finalized for the role who had such finesse that one simply can’t imagine anyone else in the part.
Happy Gilmore 2:A nostalgic comeback
The trailer forHappy Gilmore 2is here, and the buzz around it truly proves thatAdam Sandler’ssports comedy has stayed in everyone’s heart for years. In the trailer, you can see Sandler donning his signature look from the first movie and returning to the golf course with his classic swing.
The sequel seems to be a trip down memory lane but also an introduction to fresh dynamics. We also have returning cast members like Christopher McDonald himself, and Julie Bowen. The newest addition though isTravis Kelce, the NFL star and Taylor Swift’s beau.The teasers had hinted toward dramatic twists and turns but it’s yet to be seen if the sequel will have the same sauce as its predecessor.
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With that being said, Kevin Costner’s decision to move pastHappy GilmoreforTin Cupjust shows how unpredictable success can be in Hollywood. He could’ve been a part of the sequel but perhaps it just isn’t his brand of humor.
Happy Gilmore 2will release on Netflix in July 2025.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
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