🎬 Back in the Swing: Is Happy Gilmore 2 Connecticut’s Next Big Moment?
- Neil Caron
- Aug 16
- 2 min read
August 16, 2025 | Pop Culture & Connecticut Living | Presented by ReadySetLoan™️
In a surprise sequel that’s driving fans wild, Happy Gilmore 2 is officially happening—and it’s giving the Nutmeg State its cinematic moment. Adam Sandler's iconic, rage-prone golf legend is back for round two on Netflix, and Connecticut plays a starring (if unofficial) role.
From blink-and-you’ll-miss-it nods to full-blown Waterbury police logos, Happy Gilmore 2 may just be the best CT promo you didn’t know was coming.
🎬 Connecticut Shout-Outs That Made the Cut
While the sequel doesn’t declare its setting outright, CT locals will spot the Easter eggs instantly:
📺 Local News Cameos: News vans from FOX 61, WTNH, and WFSB Eyewitness News 3 make appearances as Happy is hounded by the media.
🚓 Waterbury Police Department: A courtroom mugshot scene features a Waterbury PD logo—yes, that’s our Waterbury.
🚘 Nutmeg Plates: Multiple vehicles throughout the film are tagged with Connecticut license plates, firmly rooting the film’s fictional chaos in local soil.
⛳ Online CT Buzz: Reddit users quickly flagged the references, joking that “the golf course is in Waterbury,” and that it “looks like CT, but smells like Jersey.”
🐽 RSL Snout-Out: Why This Matters for CT Homeowners
“Film productions—even ones with subtle nods—can spark real visibility for a town. We’ve seen it before in other states. Connecticut’s moment on screen could translate into economic momentum on the ground.”— Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager, CMG Mortgage
Lights, camera… listings?
Here’s what Connecticut homeowners should keep an eye on:
🐽 RSL Piggy Points for Connecticut Residents
🎥 Real estate visibility: A town name drop or license plate on-screen can turn curious viewers into future buyers.
🏡 Short-term rental boom: Towns near filming buzz (like Waterbury) may see a pop in Airbnb interest.
💼 Local business bump: Restaurants, golf courses, and neighborhoods get indirect exposure.
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🎤 Neil’s Take
“This is a fun cultural win for Connecticut. It’s also a reminder that visibility—whether from a news van or Netflix—can quietly raise the value of our neighborhoods.”— Neil Caron, Area Sales Manager, CMG Mortgage
Whether you’re a homeowner in Waterbury, a Sandler superfan, or just wondering how all this buzz could benefit your bottom line, ReadySetLoan™️ is your go-to guide for mortgage education in Connecticut.
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