The Most Successful Adam Sandler Movie, Ranked

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Updated on May 1, 2024 06:57

Figuring out which Adam Sandler movie is the most successful can foster engaging debates among movie enthusiasts. By casting votes and seeing real-time rankings, you tap into a collective judgment, bringing together diverse opinions and critiques. This system not only enriches your understanding of the films but also adds a layer of fun and competition to the movie-watching experience. Each vote helps to shape the consensus, making your participation directly influential in forming the ultimate list of favorites.

What Is the Most Successful Adam Sandler Movie?

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Grown Ups (2010)

Dennis Dugan

"Grown Ups" is grossed over $271 million worldwide, bringing together a star-studded cast of comedic actors.
Grown Ups is a comedy film that was released in 2010. It follows the story of four childhood friends who reunite after the death of their basketball coach. The friends, played by Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and David Spade, decide to spend a weekend together with their families at a lakeside house. The film revolves around their comical interactions and attempts to relive their youth.

Genre: Comedy

Release Date: June 25, 2010

Runtime: 102 minutes

Director: Dennis Dugan

Screenplay: Adam Sandler, Fred Wolf
Grown Ups (2010) in other rankings
- Position 4 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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Columbia Pictures / Sony Pictures · Public domain

Big Daddy (1999)

"Big Daddy" is grossed over $234 million worldwide, showcasing Sandler's comedic talent while also delivering a heartwarming story.
Big Daddy (1999) in other rankings
- Position 7 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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The Waterboy (1998)

"The Waterboy" is grossed over $185 million worldwide, featuring Sandler in a hilarious role as a water boy turned football player.
The Waterboy (1998) is a comedy film about Bobby Boucher, a socially inept and stuttering waterboy for a college football team, who discovers he has an extraordinary tackling ability. As Bobby becomes a vital part of the team, he faces challenges from his overprotective mother and tries to prove himself to those who doubted him.

Release Date: November 6, 1998

Genre: Comedy

Runtime: 90 minutes

Main Cast: Adam Sandler, Kathy Bates, Henry Winkler, Fairuza Balk

Box Office: $185.9 million
The Waterboy (1998) in other rankings
- Position 2 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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50 First Dates (2004)

"50 First Dates" is grossed over $196 million worldwide, pairing Sandler with Drew Barrymore in a romantic comedy with a unique twist.
50 First Dates (2004) is a romantic comedy film that follows the story of Henry Roth, a veterinarian in Hawaii, who falls in love with Lucy Whitmore, a woman with short-term memory loss. Every day, Henry has to win Lucy's heart again as she wakes up with no memory of him or their relationship.

Release Date: February 13, 2004

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Running Time: 99 minutes

Main Cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Rob Schneider

Box Office: $196.3 million
50 First Dates (2004) in other rankings
- Position 5 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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Happy Gilmore (1996)

Adam Sandler

"Happy Gilmore" is grossed over $41 million domestically, launching Sandler's career as a leading man in comedy.
Happy Gilmore (1996) is a comedy film that tells the story of Happy Gilmore, a hot-tempered aspiring ice hockey player who discovers his hidden talent for golf. Determined to save his grandmother's house from being taken away, he enters the world of professional golf, facing numerous challenges along the way.

Release Year: 1996

Genre: Comedy

Director: Dennis Dugan

Writer: Tim Herlihy, Adam Sandler

Starring: Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald, Julie Bowen
Happy Gilmore (1996) in other rankings
- Position 1 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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The Wedding Singer (1998)

Frank Coraci

"The Wedding Singer" is grossed over $123 million worldwide, showcasing Sandler's musical talents while also delivering a romantic comedy.
The Wedding Singer (1998) is a romantic comedy film set in the 1980s, directed by Frank Coraci. It tells the story of Robbie Hart, a wedding singer in a small town, who becomes determined to win over the woman he loves, Julia Sullivan. Over the course of the film, Robbie and Julia develop a deep connection, despite various obstacles and unexpected twists.

Release Year: 1998

Genre: Romantic comedy

Director: Frank Coraci

Screenplay: Tim Herlihy

Main Cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore
The Wedding Singer (1998) in other rankings
- Position 6 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
- Position 9 of 10 in Most popular rom-coms
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Mr. Deeds (2002)

Steven Brill

"Mr. Deeds" is grossed over $171 million worldwide, a remake of the classic comedy "Mr. Deeds Goes to Town" featuring Sandler in the lead role.
Mr. Deeds (2002) is a comedy film that tells the story of a small-town guy named Longfellow Deeds who inherits a fortune and moves to New York City. Directed by Steven Brill and written by Tim Herlihy, the movie showcases Adam Sandler's trademark humorous and lighthearted style of acting. With its mix of slapstick humor and heartwarming moments, Mr. Deeds is considered one of Adam Sandler's most successful films.

Release Year: 2002

Genre: Comedy

Director: Steven Brill

Writer: Tim Herlihy

Lead Actor: Adam Sandler
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Joella Marano · CC BY-SA 2.0

Anger Management (2003)

"Anger Management" is grossed over $195 million worldwide, pairing Sandler with the legendary Jack Nicholson in a comedy about controlling anger.
Anger Management is a 2003 comedy film about a man named Dave Buznik who is wrongly sentenced to an anger management program and ends up under the care of an eccentric therapist, Dr. Buddy Rydell. The film follows Dave's hilarious and increasingly chaotic sessions as he tries to control his anger and deal with the antics of Dr. Rydell.

Release Date: April 11, 2003

Genre: Comedy

Runtime: 106 minutes

Starring: Adam Sandler, Jack Nicholson, Marisa Tomei

Box Office: $195 million
Anger Management (2003) in other rankings
- Position 9 of 10 in Most popular Adam Sandler movie
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Click (2006)

"Click" is grossed over $237 million worldwide, a unique comedy-drama about a man who can control his life with a remote control.
Click (2006) is a comedy-drama film that follows the story of a workaholic architect, Michael Newman, who comes across a magical remote control that allows him to fast forward through different parts of his life. As he starts using the remote excessively to skip past mundane moments, he soon realizes that it is causing unintended consequences and missing out on important aspects of his life.

Release Date: June 23, 2006

Genre: Comedy, Drama, Fantasy

Running Time: 107 minutes

Main Cast: Adam Sandler, Kate Beckinsale, Christopher Walken

Box Office: $237.7 million
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Blended (2014)

"Blended" is grossed over $128 million worldwide, pairing Sandler with Drew Barrymore once again in a romantic comedy set in Africa.
Blended is a romantic comedy film released in 2014. It is about two single parents who go on a disastrous blind date and later find themselves stuck together with their respective families on a luxurious African safari resort. As they navigate through various challenges, they discover unexpected romance and learn valuable lessons about blending their families.

Release Year: 2014

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Director: Frank Coraci

Writers: Ivan Menchell, Clare Sera

Main Cast: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Terry Crews

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More information on most successful adam sandler movie

Adam Sandler is one of the most popular actors in Hollywood, known for his hilarious and sometimes outrageous performances. He has starred in numerous movies over the years, ranging from romantic comedies to slapstick comedies. However, when it comes to his most successful movies, there are a few that stand out from the rest. From his breakout role in "Billy Madison" to his recent hit "Murder Mystery," Adam Sandler has delivered some of the most memorable and entertaining films of our time. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of his most successful movies and explore why they continue to be fan favorites.