Failed hockey player-turned-golf whiz Happy Gilmore — whose unconventional approach and antics on the green courts the ire of rival Shooter McGavin — is determined to win a PGA tournament so he can save his granny's house with the prize money. Meanwhile, an attractive tour publicist tries to soften Happy's image.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"Happy Gilmore is a sports comedy focused on golf, not Christmas. While the central motivation (saving Granny's house) involves money, the plot, setting, and themes are entirely divorced from the Christmas holiday. There are no meaningful Christmas elements present."

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Cast & Crew

Adam Sandler

Happy Gilmore

Christopher McDonald

Shooter McGavin

Julie Bowen

Virginia Venit

Frances Bay

Grandma

Carl Weathers

Chubbs

Allen Covert

Otto

Robert Smigel

IRS Agent

Bob Barker

Self

Richard Kiel

Mr. Larson

Dennis Dugan

Doug Thompson

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