On the day that “Comfortable Gilmore 2” wrapped principal images, Adam Sandler referred to as in to the Dan Patrick Present to debate the comedy sequel, dishing on some cameos for the movie and teasing a possible launch date for the Netflix manufacturing.
“They’re going to yell at me it doesn’t matter what, as a result of they requested me to not do any press,” Sandler begins initially of the interview. “However what do you wish to say and I’ll inform you if it’s good or unhealthy to speak about.”
“Can I speak about Eminem having a cameo?” requested Patrick. The sports activities media persona additionally options in a small function within the movie.
“I’ve identified Eminem for a very long time and he’s an awesome man,” Sandler stated, confirming the rapper is concerned within the movie. Eminem was noticed on the New Jersey set again in November. “He got here in and was humorous as hell. I believe we frolicked a day with Eminem and we simply shot and shot and it was insane. Stated one million issues we will use and one million issues we’re glad now we have on tape.”
Sandler additionally confirmed that retired golf professional Jack Nicklaus would have a cameo. Patrick then floated the concept of the movie being able to launch on Fourth of July weekend.
“Not July 4th, however we’re making an attempt to get it executed in time for July,” Sandler stated.
Along with Sandler, “Comfortable Gilmore 2” additionally sees the return of Ben Stiller, together with Christopher McDonald as pro-golfer Shooter McGavin and Julie Bowen as Sandler’s character’s romantic curiosity Virginia Venit. New additions embrace Nick Swardson, Benny Safdie, Dangerous Bunny, Margaret Qualley and Travis Kelce. Kyle Newacheck is directing.
Launched in 1996, the unique “Comfortable Gilmore” additional solidified Sandler as a rising movie star after main roles in “Billy Madison” and “Airheads.” The golf comedy earned $41 million on the field workplace in opposition to a $12 million price range and has since endured as one in every of Sandler’s most beloved options.