Comfortable Gilmore followers who’ve been ready for the chance to channel their internal Comfortable are in luck. In tune with Netflix’s launch of the anticipated sequel to the 1996 cult basic, Callaway will launch a limited-edition Odyssey Hockey Stick Putter within the form of a hockey stick, a nod to the titular character’s unconventional golf type. This launch, alongside some themed golf balls from the golf gear firm, is completely timed for Comfortable Gilmore 2‘s debut on July 25.
Adam Sandler’s Comfortable, famously a hockey participant earlier than his {golfing} profession, introduced his aggressive method to the greens, usually utilizing a hockey stick as a putter. The brand new black and gold hockey stick putter straight references this questionable alternative, full with a design that honors Comfortable’s favourite sports activities workforce, the Boston Bruins (the jersey continuously donned on the golf course); the deal with is inscribed with Comfortable Gilmore. Callaway has additionally launched tube sock membership covers in basic yellow, black, and white, one other playful nod to the Bruins.
Whereas the novelty putter is a unbelievable reward for any Comfortable Gilmore fanatic, it does include a hefty price ticket (particularly contemplating they are not precisely course-friendly): the hockey stick putter alone retails for $499. These putters shall be out there at Callaway retailers beginning July 25, the identical day Comfortable Gilmore 2 premieres on Netflix.
Along with the putter, Callaway is rolling out Callaway 2025 Chrome Tour Comfortable Gilmore 2 Truvis Golf Balls. Two designs are already out there at Callaway retailers, however an unique model that includes hockey sticks and Comfortable’s hockey jersey is being bought completely at Dick’s Home of Sport and Golf Galaxy by July 24. These specialised golf balls retail at $59.99.
What to Count on from ‘Comfortable Gilmore 2’
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The unique Comfortable Gilmore, launched in 1996, might need obtained blended vital evaluations upon its debut, nevertheless it shortly resonated with audiences. It grossed $41.2 million worldwide towards a $12 million funds, and shortly turned in style amongst Sandler followers, youthful viewers, and sports activities fans. Critics weren’t impressed. They discovered the movie’s humor to be juvenile and its plot predictable. Whereas critics slammed the film as an unsophisticated comedy, that is what appeared to attraction to followers, who loved Comfortable’s erratic habits on the in any other case demure golf course. The upcoming sequel, almost three a long time after the unique, is a transparent indicator of the movie’s enduring attraction.
The sequel will see Sandler’s iconic titular character return to the sport of golf, this time to pay for his daughter’s ballet classes. Similar to the unique, Sandler and Tim Herlihy co-wrote Comfortable Gilmore 2. Kyle Newacheck (Homicide Thriller) directs.
Comfortable Gilmore 2 will convey again unique forged mates Julie Bowen, Christopher McDonald, and Ben Stiller alongside Sandler. The film additionally features a slew of thrilling cameo appearances, together with golfers Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Bryson Dechambeau, Justin Thomas, and Jon Daly. Unhealthy Bunny, Child Cudi, Benny Safdie, Eminem, Travis Kelce, Becky Lynch, Reggie Bush, and Dan Patrick additionally seem. Sandler’s daughters, Sadie and Sunny, seem alongside their dad within the movie.
Comfortable Gilmore 2 is ready to premiere on Netflix on July 25.
Supply: Golf Digest