Adam Sandler in ‘Anger Management’. ; Adam Sandler in ‘The Do Over’.Photo:Photo 12 / Alamy ; Tony Rivetti Jr., SMPSP/ Netflix
Photo 12 / Alamy ; Tony Rivetti Jr., SMPSP/ Netflix
Adam Sandlerhas been a huge name in comedy for decades, starting with his career in television on the game showRemote Controlbefore becoming a cast member onSaturday Night Livein the early ’90s. From there, he transitioned into a movie star thanks to hit comedies likeHappy GilmoreandBig Daddy.
In more recent years, Sandler has started producing and starring in several Netflix original movies, from comedies likeMurder Mystery,where he tries to solve a murder alongsideJennifer Aniston, to sports dramas likeHustle, where he plays a recruiter who takes a chance on a young player.Sandler’s daughters Sadie and Sunnyhave even acted alongside him, most notably in 2023’sYou Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah.
On top of his Netflix originals, the streamer also has plenty of other Sandler classics, like his 2003 comedy hitAnger Managementand the critically praised 2019 dramaUncut Gems. His most recent film,Spaceman, debuted on Netflix on March 1 after it premiered at the Berlin Film Festival in February.
Whether you’re looking to laugh along with Sandler or see the actor in a more serious role, here are 15 Adam Sandler movies to stream on Netflix.
Spaceman
Adam Sandler as Jakub and Hanus in Spaceman.Courtesy of Netflix
Courtesy of Netflix
WatchSpacemanon Netflix
Murder Mystery
Adam Sandler, Jennifer Aniston, and Luis Gerardo Mendez in ‘Murder Mystery’.Scott Yamano / Netflix
Scott Yamano / Netflix
The whodunit genre took a wild and hilarious turn with 2019’sMurder Mystery. In the movie, a married couple (Sandler and Aniston) tries to reignite their monotonous relationship with a trip to Europe. But soon after arriving, they get sucked into a devious assassination plot and attempt to uncover the killer.Murder Mysterywas a massive hit and became themost-watched title on Netflix in 2019.
WatchMurder Mysteryon Netflix
Murder Mystery 2
Murder Mystery 2. (L to R) Jennifer Aniston as Audrey Spitz, Melanie Laurent as Claudette Joubert and Adam Sandler as Nick Spitz in Murder Mystery 2. Cr. Scott Yamano/Netflix © 2023.Scott Yamano/Netflix
In 2023,Sandler and Aniston returned for a sequel, and this time around the couple are now full-time private detectives. But after they get invited to an island paradise for a lavish wedding, another mystery emerges when a body is found. As the escapade ensues, so does the comedy and the tug-and-pull relationship between Sandler and Aniston’s characters.
WatchMurder Mystery 2on Netflix
The Ridiculous 6
Adam Sandler in ‘The Ridiculous Six’.Ursula Coyote/Netflix
Ursula Coyote/Netflix
WatchThe Ridiculous 6on Netflix
The Do-Over
David Spade and Adam Sandler in ‘The Do Over’.Tony Rivetti Jr., SMPSP/ Netflix
Tony Rivetti Jr., SMPSP/ Netflix
InThe Do-Over, Sandler andDavid Spadeplay two buddies with nothing to lose who decide to fake their deaths so they can start new lives. The plan involves stealing the identities of two recently deceased criminals, which then forces the duo to settle old scores. Sandler and Spade have been acting together for decades, so the chemistry between them is fantastic and they both bring lots of laughs to the film.
WatchThe Do-Overon Netflix
Leo
Adam Sandler Voices a 74-Year-Old Lizard in Trailer for Animated Musical ‘Leo’.Netflix
Netflix
WatchLeoon Netflix
Anger Management
Jack Nicholson and Adam Sandler in ‘Anger Management’.Pictorial Press Ltd / Alamy
Pictorial Press Ltd / Alamy
WatchAnger Managementon Netflix
Hustle
Adam Sandler in Hustle.Scott Yamano/Netflix
WatchHustleon Netflix
Hubie Halloween
Julie Bowen as Violet Valentine and Adam Sandler as Hubie Dubois in ‘Hubie Halloween’.Scott Yamano/NETFLIX
Scott Yamano/NETFLIX
In the 2020Halloween comedyHubie Halloween, Sandler plays Hubie, a naive yet loveable goof who is a bit of an outcast. But one Halloween night, the town is thrown into chaos (or so Hubie thinks), and suddenly, rumors of an escaped inmate flood the community. It’s a great choice for viewers who want a spooky movie that’s light on the horror and heavy on the comedy. As with many of Sander’s films, the cast is overflowing with big names includingKevin James,Julie Bowen,Kenan ThompsonandSteve Buscemi.
WatchHubie Halloweenon Netflix
Uncut Gems
Adam Sandler in Uncut Gems.A24
WatchUncut Gemson Netflix
Sandy Wexler
Kevin James and Adam Sandler in ‘Sandy Wexler’.Glen Wilson/Netflix
Glen Wilson/Netflix
In the 2017 dramedySandy Wexler, Sandler plays the titular character, a washed-up talent agent whose ego and countless lies have cost him everything. But after discovering an aspiring singer (Jennifer Hudson), Sandy might have another chance at success. On top of its cast,Sandy Wexlerhas tons of famous cameos from stars likeJewel,Jimmy Kimmel,Judd Apatowand more.
WatchSandy Wexleron Netflix
The Week Of
Rachel Dratch and Adam Sandler in ‘The Week Of’.Macall Polay/Netflix
Macall Polay/Netflix
In 2018’sThe Week Of, two dads (Sandler andChris Rock) clash in the days leading up to their kids’ wedding. Sandler plays a middle-class construction worker while Rock is a wealthy doctor, and the two can never see eye-to-eye, especially when every aspect of the nuptials begins to fall apart. Joining Sandler and Rock in the cast is fellowSNLalumRachel Dratch.
WatchThe Week Ofon Netflix
The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected)
Ben Stiller and Adam Sandler in ‘The Meyerowitz Stories’.Lifestyle pictures / Alamy
Lifestyle pictures / Alamy
WatchThe Meyerowitz Storieson Netflix
You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah
Adam Sandler family stars in Netflix movie You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah.Netflix
Based on Fiona Rosenbloom’s 2005 novel of the same name, 2023’sYou Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvahfollows teenager Stacey Friedman who is eagerly planning her bat mitzvah party. But drama between her and her friends uproots everything and forces Stacey to learn some tough life lessons. The movie is a true family affair, with Sandler’s daughters Sadie and Sunny both having lead roles while Sandler himself plays Stacey’s father.
WatchYou Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvahon Netflix
Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh
‘Adam Sandler: 100% Fresh’.Scott Yamano/Netflix
Scott Yamano/Netflix
WatchAdam Sandler: 100% Freshon Netflix
source: people.com
