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Bailee Madison & Deon Cole Join Adam Sandler’s ‘Grown Ups 3’
Grown Ups 3: Everything You Need to Know About Netflix’s Upcoming Comedy Sequel
What’s the Big News?
Netflix is making a third Grown Ups movie! The streaming giant announced this exciting news at their big presentation (called "upfronts") back in May. Think of it like getting the band back together for one more summer vacation adventure.
Who’s Returning?
The original gang is coming back! Here’s your favorite comedy crew reuniting:
- Adam Sandler (the leader of the pack)
- David Spade
- Rob Schneider
- Chris Rock
- Kevin James
- Salma Hayek
These six friends have been making us laugh together since the first movie came out in 2010.
Who Are the New Faces?
Two awesome new actors are joining the fun:
Bailee Madison
You might know her from:
- Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (the spooky spin-off series)
- Roommates (a Netflix comedy where she acted alongside Adam Sandler’s real-life daughter, Sadie!)
- Just Go With It (she was in this Sandler movie way back when she was only 11 years old)
- Bridge to Terabithia (her breakout role that made everyone notice her talent)
Fun Fact: Bailee is practically family at this point — she’s worked with the Sandlers multiple times!
Deon Cole
This funny guy brings serious comedy cred:
- Netflix stand-up specials: Ok, Mister, Charleen’s Boy, and Cole Hearted
- Average Joe (BET+ series where he plays the main character)
- The Madness (recent show with award-winner Colman Domingo)
- Michael (he played the legendary Don King in this box office hit)
Behind the Scenes: Who’s Making This Happen?
| Role | People Involved |
|---|---|
| Director | Kyle Newacheck (he directed Happy Gilmore 2 — one of Netflix’s biggest hits ever!) |
| Writers | Adam Sandler & Tim Herlihy (longtime writing partners) |
| Producers | Adam Sandler, Jackie Sandler, Jack Giarraputo, Tim Herlihy |
| Executive Producers | Kevin Grady, Judit Maull |
Important Point: Kyle Newacheck’s last Sandler project, Happy Gilmore 2, smashed records with 2.89 BILLION minutes watched in its first week alone!
What’s the Movie About?
The Grown Ups franchise follows a group of childhood friends who reunite as adults for summer vacations full of laughs, chaos, and heartwarming moments.
For Grown Ups 3… plot details are still a total mystery! Netflix is keeping the story under wraps for now.
Important Points to Remember
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Third movie confirmed for Netflix
- Original cast returning (all 6 main stars!)
- Two fresh faces joining: Bailee Madison & Deon Cole
- Proven team behind camera — director Kyle Newacheck just had a massive hit
- Story is top secret — no plot details released yet
- Happy Madison universe expands — continuing Sandler’s comedy empire on Netflix
Summary
Netflix is bringing back the Grown Ups crew for a third round of summer shenanigans! Adam Sandler and his five comedy besties (David Spade, Rob Schneider, Chris Rock, Kevin James, and Salma Hayek) are all returning. They’re joined by rising stars Bailee Madison (who’s practically grown up in Sandler movies) and Deon Cole (stand-up star turned acting powerhouse). The movie will be directed by Kyle Newacheck, fresh off his record-breaking success with Happy Gilmore 2. Written by Sandler and his longtime partner Tim Herlihy, the plot is still hush-hush — but if the first two movies are any guide, expect childhood friends, family chaos, and plenty of laughs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will Grown Ups 3 come out?
A: Netflix hasn’t announced a release date yet. Since they just confirmed the cast and director, filming probably hasn’t started. Keep an eye on Netflix’s social media for updates!
Q: Do I need to watch the first two movies to understand this one?
A: Not necessarily! Each movie works as its own story, but watching the first two helps you know the characters and their history. Plus, they’re both really funny!
Q: Is this only on Netflix?
A: Yes! Netflix is producing and distributing the film exclusively on their platform. You’ll need a Netflix subscription to watch it.
Q: Will there be more kids in this movie?
A: Great question! The first two movies featured the characters’ kids pretty heavily. Since Bailee Madison (who plays younger characters) joined the cast, and the original stars’ real kids have grown up… we might see a new generation of chaos! But nothing’s confirmed yet.
Q: What other Adam Sandler movies are on Netflix?
A: TONS! Some big ones include: Murder Mystery 1 & 2, Hustle, The Ridiculous 6, The Do-Over, Sandy Wexler, Father of the Year, and the recent smash hit Happy Gilmore 2. Sandler has a huge deal with Netflix through his company, Happy Madison Productions.
