Happy Gilmore (1996)

He doesn't play golf... he destroys it.


1996 | PG-13 | 1h 32m WizRank: 62.28 (5.7% Above Average )

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.

Director

Dennis Dugan profile

Dennis Dugan

Director

Writers

Writer (Screenplay)
Tim Herlihy profile

Tim Herlihy

Writer (Screenplay)

Main Cast

Happy Gilmore
Christopher McDonald profile

Christopher McDonald

Shooter McGavin
Julie Bowen profile

Julie Bowen

Virginia Venit
Frances Bay profile

Frances Bay

Grandma
Carl Weathers profile

Carl Weathers

Chubbs
Allen Covert profile

Allen Covert

Otto

Major Release (Origin Country US)

Date Type Country Details
1996 Feb 16 Theatrical US Theaters (Wide)