All articles tagged with #adam sandler
Originally Published 14 hours ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Adam Sandler received the Career Achievement Award at AARP's Movies for Grownups Awards, joked about aging, and humorously promised to make 50 more movies before he dies, with at least 25 being good.
Originally Published 7 days ago — by Variety
Adam Sandler delivered a humorous and memorable speech at the Palm Springs International Film Awards, imagining a life where his acting career failed and he became an electrical contractor, while expressing gratitude for his successful career and upcoming projects.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
The Gotham Awards 2025 nominations are led by the high-budget film 'One Battle After Another' with a record six mentions, including best feature and acting nods for Benicio Del Toro, Teyana Taylor, and Chase Infiniti. The awards feature a diverse lineup of films and performances, with notable nominations for Adam Sandler and Jessie Buckley, and the event will take place on December 1 in New York.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
George Clooney requested that Adam Sandler be taken seriously on the set of their film 'Jay Kelly' by not using his nickname 'Sandman,' to emphasize his acting talent. Clooney, protective of Sandler, wanted to ensure he was recognized for his serious role, which was written specifically for Sandler by Noah Baumbach. The film explores themes of work sacrifice and personal growth, with notable performances including Greta Gerwig.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Good Morning America
A trailer for the upcoming film 'Jay Kelly' starring George Clooney and Adam Sandler depicts a story of fame, self-discovery, and personal regrets, with the film set for a limited theatrical release in November and streaming on Netflix in December.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
George Clooney and Adam Sandler premiered their film 'Jay Kelly' at Venice, receiving an 8.5-minute standing ovation, with Clooney portraying a vulnerable aging movie star reflecting on his life, in a film that could be an Oscar contender.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by GQ
The Venice Film Festival 2025 showcases notable celebrity menswear moments, including stylish appearances by George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Jesse Plemons, and others, highlighting a mix of casual, prep, and high fashion looks during the event's premieres and photo calls.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
The film 'Jay Kelly' features George Clooney as a charismatic movie star and Adam Sandler as his devoted manager, exploring themes of fame, personal reflection, and relationships, with Sandler delivering a notably nuanced performance amid a mixed review of Baumbach's direction and screenplay.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
George Clooney missed the Venice premiere and press events for his Netflix film 'Jay Kelly' due to a sinus infection, but his co-stars praised his powerful performance. The film, directed by Noah Baumbach and co-starring Adam Sandler, has received positive early reviews and is expected to be a strong contender in awards season.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Variety
Adam Sandler expressed his excitement about playing a dramatic role in Noah Baumbach's 'Jay Kelly' at Venice, praising the film as a gift and highlighting his role as a manager to George Clooney's character, with Clooney unable to attend due to illness.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by HuffPost
George Clooney emphasizes that Adam Sandler is a talented and soulful actor, not just a comedian, highlighting their friendship and Sandler's diverse acting skills in their upcoming film 'Jay Kelly.'
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Variety
George Clooney defends Adam Sandler's acting talent, emphasizing his depth beyond comedy, while discussing his own role in the upcoming film 'Jay Kelly' and his views on aging and career versatility.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Hollywood Reporter
Adam Sandler discusses the success of 'Happy Gilmore 2' on Netflix, its tribute to Cameron Boyce, and the possibility of future sequels, highlighting the film's emotional depth and strong audience response.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Yahoo Home
Adam Sandler's 'Happy Gilmore 2' set a record for the biggest U.S. opening weekend for a Netflix film, with nearly 50 million views since its release on July 25, debuting at number one among Netflix's English-language movies and featuring a star-studded cast and nostalgic references.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Variety
'Happy Gilmore 2' debuted on Netflix with 46.7 million views in three days, making it the biggest U.S. opening for a Netflix film and the best for an Adam Sandler movie, boosting interest in the original film as well.