Happy Gilmore 2 Open Casting Call in New Jersey

Three decades after the release of the movie, Happy Gilmore will finally get a sequel. Moreover, Netflix has reportedly greenlit the project, so the second movie is just a step away from reaching the fans. In addition to this, the famous casting director Grant Wilfley Casting announced an open casting call for extras. This might be a lifetime opportunity for those who dream of co-starring with Adam Sandler in his iconic comedy movies!

The casting will take place on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. ET. The venue is the Plaza Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency in Morristown, NJ. All ages and ethnicities are welcome at the casting, so do not hesitate even if it is your first casting ever. You can register for participation in the casting on the Grant Wilfley Casting website, in case you cannot make it to New Jersey. According to the source, extras will be generously paid: as for SAG-AFTRA members, the rate is $380 and $154 for the first eight hours and $660 and $231 for overtime. Similar rates are reportedly applicable for non-union actors. The movie is expected to return the viewers to the atmosphere of the original film with Shooter McGavin, played by Christopher McDonald, likely to be featured as well. Casting is to take place in various locations in New Jersey including Bergen and Essex Counties, so save the date and do not miss your chance to become the part of the Happy Gilmore 2 cast!