Adam Sandler recently addressed the ongoing speculation about a potential sequel to the hit comedy series, Grown Ups, during the AFI Fest in Los Angeles. The beloved actor, well known for his role alongside childhood friends Chris Rock, Kevin James, David Spade, and Rob Schneider, revealed that plans for Grown Ups 3 are far from guaranteed despite strong fan interest and rumors of imminent filming in Vancouver.
Current Status of Grown Ups 3: No Firm Commitments Yet
The original Grown Ups film, released in 2010, brought together a star-studded cast for a Fourth of July reunion comedy that earned over $270 million globally. Its sequel, Grown Ups 2, followed in 2013 and garnered $200 million. Though fans have eagerly awaited a third installment for more than a decade, Sandler indicated the project’s future remains uncertain.
When asked about the possibility during the AFI Fest premiere of his new movie Jay Kelly, Sandler was candid.
You know what? I don’t know what’s going to happen … if we’re just trying to do a lot of stuff,
he said.
I would love it. We’d love it. Everybody’s working on stuff. To be with those guys would be incredible. I had the best time making both those movies, but we don’t know what the hell is happening quite yet.
These remarks suggest that while enthusiasm for a reunion remains high among the original cast, scheduling and development details continue to be in flux, leaving fans in suspense.
Kevin James Echoes Hope for the Next Installment
Kevin James, another key member of the ensemble, provided a similarly optimistic update in a July interview with The Direct. He hinted that conversations about Grown Ups 3 have taken place but remained vague about specifics.
I think there have been [conversations]. And I think, yeah, I think you can keep hope alive,
James revealed.
I would keep a lot of hope alive. And I think it’s happening — something’s happening. I can say that.
James’ comments add to the anticipation but still fall short of confirming active production or a scheduled release date for the sequel.
Adam Sandler’s Latest Project: Spotlight on Jay Kelly
Besides contemplating a potential Grown Ups reunion, Adam Sandler is focused on his role in Jay Kelly, a dramatic film premiering at AFI Fest. The movie, directed by Noah Baumbach, stars George Clooney as a famous actor and Sandler as his longtime talent manager, exploring themes of fame, friendship, and the challenges of Hollywood life.
Sandler shared insights about his involvement, describing how Baumbach approached him with the project a year before the script was complete.
Noah called me a year before I got the script. He said he’s had an idea, and he’s going to write it, and I’m in it. And then I got to read the script, get affected by it emotionally and say, thanks for doing all the work, and now I got to make sure I don’t let you down,
he told Us Weekly.
The experience gave Sandler a newfound appreciation for the people supporting his career. The actor remarked on a key moment in the film, saying,
Well, the most important line, to me, in the movie, I say to George’s character, ‘Jay, you’re Jay Kelly, but I’m Jay Kelly, too,’
before adding,
It’s like, what I’m going after, they’re helping me go after… and give ideas to help me do the best I can do.
Continued Buzz Around Happy Gilmore 2
Adding to the excitement around Sandler’s career, the sequel to Happy Gilmore launched on Netflix in July, nearly three decades after the original’s release. Sandler has responded to years of fan inquiries about a follow-up with mixed feelings before finally embracing the project.
Speaking on Good Morning America, he recalled,
When I walk down the street a lotta times people will say, ‘You ever gonna do Happy Gilmore 2?’
and admitted,
And for 28 years, I was like, ‘What are you talking about? No.’ And then all of a sudden, I was like, ‘Maybe.’
The film includes surprise appearances from musical stars Eminem, Bad Bunny, and NFL player Travis Kelce. Sandler praised their involvement, stating,
We wrote ’em stuff, everybody was kind enough to come,
and,
Every day, someone cool would show up and we’d hang out.
Looking Ahead: What Fans Can Expect
While excitement builds around Adam Sandler’s recent releases and the hopeful prospects for Grown Ups 3, the exact plans for continuing the franchise remain uncertain. The project is still in preliminary stages without confirmed filming schedules or release timelines. Fans will need to watch for further announcements as the cast members juggle their various commitments.
Meanwhile, Jay Kelly’s November 14 select theater release followed by a December 5 global Netflix streaming launch positions Sandler in a new dramatic light, potentially broadening his appeal beyond comedy. The evolving landscape of Sandler’s career, combined with the ongoing interest in revisiting his earlier hits, keeps audiences eager for what comes next.
