Good news for Adam Sandler fans: Chance to act in ‘Happy Gilmore 2’

This opportunity is for those who want to make their first step in the film and TV industry or are fans of Sandler’s films and want to be a part of this iconic sequel.

If you live in North Jersey and are a big fan of Adam Sandler, you have a chance to be cast in a sequel to one of his most popular films. Next week, you will get a chance to work in the film “Happy Gilmore 2”, where you can be cast as a paid extra.

Casting details:

Casting officials have announced that local residents will be selected to serve as paid extras for the upcoming Netflix film “Happy Gilmore 2”. The casting call will be held on Tuesday from 1 pm to 8 pm at the ballroom of Hyatt Regency, Morristown. This role does not require any kind of acting experience.

The film’s scene will be shot from September to November in Morris, Bergen, Essex, Somerset, and Monmouth counties.

Payment details:

PAYMENTS FOR SAG-AFTRA MEMBERS WILL BE $216 PER 8 HOURS, WHILE NON-SAG MEMBERS WILL BE PAID $176 PER 10 HOURS.

Netflix announcement:

Netflix announced in May that Adam Sandler would reprise his role as Happy Gilmore, a hot-tempered hockey player-turned-golfer. This 1996 film is counted among Sandler’s best films and has developed a cult following in the golf community. The film also includes a legendary cameo by Bob Barker, a long-time host of The Price is Right.

How to apply:

If you can’t attend next week’s casting call, you can still apply for “Happy Gilmore 2”. There are two ways:

  1. You can register with GWCI for free, for this you have to create your profile by visiting http://www.gwci.app/talent and fill in the required fields. This profile will give you updates about casting notices and you can choose the counties in New Jersey where you want to work.