Tim Herlihy, the screenwriter who penned the scripts for both Happy Gilmore and Happy Gilmore 2 with Adam Sandler, gave an update on the prospects of part 3 and Sandler’s return in a future project. Happy Gilmore premiered in US theaters in 1996 and was a considerable success,

Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy tell The Hollywood Reporter about the project landing Netflix's biggest U.S. film debut and the possibility of more sequels for the star's movies after its success: "This throws it open.

Tim Herlihy has had a lasting and prolific creative partnership with Adam Sandler, the star of Netflix's 'Happy Gilmore 2,' which he co-wrote with the actor.