Adam Sandler is one of the most recognized faces in all of Hollywood, this man is known for his impeccable comic timing. He is an American comedian, actor, and filmmaker who was born on September 9, 1966. From 1990 until 1995, he was a cast member on Saturday Night Live before moving on to star in a number of Hollywood blockbusters. Here’s a list of the 10 best Adam Sandler movies that can be streamed on Hulu!
Most of his movies in the late 90s and early 2000s are considered within the list of the best comedies that Hollywood produced at that time. Adam Sandler is our go-to for all of the times we need a stress-free watch to crack us up so don’t worry, we’ve got you sorted for that much-needed binge session.
10. I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Music director: Rupert Gregson Williams
- Release: 20th July 2007
- Box Office: $187.1 million
- IMDb Rating: 5.9/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 15%
The first movie on our list is I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry. The premise itself is quite unique: two straight best friends (played by Sandler and Kevin James) pretend to be a gay couple in order to collect domestic partner benefits. When an agent decides to check their story, though, things get messy. It is by no means the best on this list, but a good film to get started on the Adam Sandler train nevertheless.
Adam Sandler and Kevin James as two gay firemen in the comedy movie I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007).
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9. Grown-Ups
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Music director: Rupert Gregson Williams
- Release: 13th August 2010
- Box Office: $271.4 Million
- IMDb Rating: 5.9/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 11%
A Dennis Dugan directorial again, with the likes of Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Rob Schneider, Salma Hayek, and Maya Rudolph joining Sandler in this nostalgic film, Grown Ups is bound to make you laugh and cry and root for our heroes.
The movie follows five childhood school friends and their individual families when they go back to their hometowns, as they come together to attend the funeral of their old basketball teacher. They are grown-ups now, but their childhood has not yet managed to escape them. Filled to the brim with gags and nostalgic reverie, Grown Ups is quite an interesting watch.
8. That’s My Boy
- Director: Sean Anders
- Music director: Rupert Gregson Williams
- Release: 15th June 2012
- Box Office: $57.7 million
- IMDb Rating: 5.5/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 20%
This movie has the comedic duo of dreams as its main cast members- Adam Sandler and Andy Samberg. With Leighton Meester of Gossip Girl fame, and the beloved Susan Sarandon thrown into the mix, need we say more? Let us warn you though, the comedy here lies in its raunchy twists and sex jokes, so it doesn’t really make for ideal family viewing.
When Todd’s embarrassing father unexpectedly shows up at his house a few days before his wedding, chaos ensues. You’re laughing before you know it, and then pondering if you should be laughing at all.
7. Big Daddy
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Music director: Teddy Castellucci
- Release: 17th June 1999
- Box Office: $234.8 Million
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 39%
Big Daddy is one of the most famous comic films of the late 90-s, loved by children and grown-ups alike. To win his girlfriend back, Sonny, a lethargic law school graduate, volunteers to look after Julian, a five-year-old youngster.
When the two begin to truly bond, though, things begin to change in Sonny’s life. It is this bond between Julian and Sandler’s Sonny that is the driving force of the story, that glues the audience to the screen. We love this film, and we think you will too.
When Adam Sandler yelled “ALRIGHT” in big daddy…. I feel him now #definitely #kids pic.twitter.com/QLR45guaxl
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6. The Longest Yard
- Director: Peter Segal
- Music director: Teddy Castellucci
- Release: 27th May 2005
- Box Office: $191.5 million
- IMDb Rating: 6.4/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 31%
The Longest Yard is a 2005 sports comedy, which, despite its low rating on rotten tomatoes, has been recommended to us by every person who has watched it. This is a film that sparks joy, as Marie Kondo would put it. There are the laughs, the tears, and the gripping storyline.
It stars Adam Sandler as a washed-up former professional quarterback who is forced to build a football team to play against the guards in exchange for a reduced prison sentence. Watch this on Hulu as soon as you can- we promise you won’t regret it!
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FACT: It’s the highest-grossing sports comedy of all time … The second highest? Adam Sandler’s ‘The Longest Yard’ pic.twitter.com/h2A6prV72n
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5. Billy Madison
- Director: Tamra Davis
- Music director: Randy Edelman
- Release: 10th February 1995
- Box Office: $26.4 million
- IMDb Rating: 6.3/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 41%
Billy Madison is one of our favorites on the list! To prove to his wealthy father that he is fit to inherit his fortune, a twenty-seven-year-old slacker is forced to retake grades one through twelve.
With back-to-school season just around the corner, what better can we hope for, than Adam Sandler back in school with his best comic foot forward? What separates Billy Madison from other comedies of the time, is the compelling way that story takes shape. All we can say is that we’re fans. Big fans.
4. You Don’t Mess With Zohan
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Music director: Rupert Gregson Williams
- Release: 19th September 2008
- Box Office: $204.3 Million
- IMDb Rating: 5.6/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 37%
This is a movie that opened to lackluster reviews from audiences and critics alike, only to become a cult classic in the days to follow. Of all the movies on this list, this is the most underrated.
When Zohan, an Israeli counter-terrorist commando, becomes dissatisfied with his job, he moves to New York City to pursue his lifelong passion of becoming a hairstylist. What’s not to love in a film about an ex-terrorist turned hairstylist? We sure can’t figure out something bad to say about the film, except that it ends too soon.
3. Happy Gilmore
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Music director: Mark Mothersbaugh
- Release: 16th February 1996
- Box Office: $41.2 Million
- IMDb Rating: 7/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 61%
Ranking third in our list of the best Adam Sandler movies on Hulu is Happy Gilmore. It is one of the most loved comic sports films of all time, a perfect family watch that will be enjoyed by kids and grown-ups alike. It is a story of a grandson joining a golf tournament to help his grandmother keep her home. Can it get any more adorable?
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2. 50 First Dates
- Director: Peter Segal
- Music director: Teddy Castellucci
- Release: 13th February 2004
- Box Office: $198.5 Million
- IMDb Rating: 6.8/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 45%
This is the peak of early 2000s cheesy romcoms, and we’re obsessed with the Sandler-Barrymore chemistry. Lucy suffers from short-term memory loss, and Henry, a vet, falls in love with her. Because Lucy never remembers meeting him, Henry must woo her every day and hope that she, too, will love him. We’re fawning just thinking about it. You simply must watch 50 first dates!
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1. Punch Drunk Love
- Director: Paul Thomas Anderson
- Music director: Jon Brion
- Release: 11th October 2002
- Box Office: $24.7 Million
- IMDb Rating: 7.3/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 79%
We here at OTT Adviser think this is one of the sweetest films on Hulu. Heart-wrenchingly beautiful but funny and sensitive, Punch Drunk Love is the story of Barry as he deals with loneliness, work, and love.
We won’t give you any spoilers, because you should drop all you’re doing and watch this film as soon as possible! Let us know which of these films you’ll add to your watchlist!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Adam Sandler’s net worth?
Ans: Adam Sandler had an estimated net worth of $420 million in 2021, and signed a further three-movie deal with Netflix worth over $350 million.
Q2: Which are the Adam Sandler movies on Netflix?
Ans: The Adam Sandler movies on Netflix are The week of, Murder Mystery, Just go with it, Grown-ups, That’s My Boy, Grown-ups 2, You don’t mess with the Zohan, Anger Management, Hubie Halloween, Sandy Wexler, Hustle among many others.
Q3: Which are the Adam Sandler movies on Amazon Prime?
Ans: The Adam Sandler movies on Amazon Prime are Blended, Hotel Transylvania, The Waterboy, Just go with it, Grown-ups, Paul Blart: Mall Cop, Pixels, Happy Gilmore, The Benchwarmers, and 50 First Dates among many others.
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