First, the obvious one. Bob Barker is back. Yes, you read that right. I know, I know. But just roll with it. He’s not punching Happy this time—he’s caddying. And he’s got a cane. It’s hilarious and weirdly touching.
Then there’s Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin. Oh, he’s still a jerk. But now he’s a smarmy golf announcer. He narrates Happy’s comeback with this fake smile. You’ll want to throw popcorn at the screen. Do it. I won’t judge.
And surprise! Carl Weathers shows up in a flashback. He’s teaching a younger Happy how to tackle? It makes no sense. But you’ll cry anyway. RIP, Chubbs. You’re still the best gator-fighting mentor a guy could have.
The Sports Legends (Because Why Not?)
Okay, brace yourself. Michael Jordan appears. Not as a basketball player. As a hockey goalie. He stops a puck with a golf club. Is that even possible? Who cares! He winks at the camera. The theater cheered so loud I lost hearing in my left ear.
Then Wayne Gretzky shows up. He’s selling hot dogs at the concession stand. He deadpans, “No slapshot, no honey mustard.” It’s the best line in the movie. I’m not kidding. My friend almost choked on her latte.
And Serena Williams has a cameo as the course marshal. She yells at Happy for slow play. Then she serves a tennis ball at his head. He ducks. She laughs. It’s over in ten seconds, but it’s the sweetest ten seconds. You love her instantly.
