Happy Gilmore (1996) — Screenplay
An enraged ex-hockey player turns to pro golf to save his grandmother's home, but his temper and unorthodox style clash with the sport's elite.
- Written by
- Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler
- Genre
- Comedy, Sport
- Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Length
- 105 pages
This script is a masterclass in blending absurdist comedy with a classic underdog arc. Study how Sandler and Herlihy use the protagonist's explosive rage as both a comedic engine and a vehicle for emotional growth. The dialogue is punchy and quotable, while the world-building makes the golf tour feel both ridiculous and real.
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