Adam Sandler! You either love his goofy grin and silly voices, or you…well, maybe not so much. But there’s no denying he’s a comedy giant. With tons of movies under his belt, picking the best can be tough. So, we’ve made a list, ranked from fun and wacky to surprisingly sweet and touching.
15. Spaceman (2024) (This one just came out!) Sandler travels through space in this new Netflix movie. It’s a mix of funny moments and a more serious story about an astronaut who crash-lands on another planet.
14. Leo (2023) Want to see Sandler play a retired mob hitman with a pet goat? This is your movie! It’s got some laughs, but also a surprising amount of heart.
13. Airheads (1994) This early Sandler flick is a wacky comedy about two clueless rock fans who kidnap a radio DJ. If you like goofy humor, this is a classic.
12. The Waterboy (1998) Sandler plays Bobby Boucher, a momma’s boy with a serious temper. But guess what? That temper makes him a super strong football player! It’s a silly movie, but funny and quotable.
11. Hotel Transylvania (2012) This animated movie is a great pick for the whole family. Sandler voices Dracula, who runs a hotel just for monsters. When his daughter falls for a human boy, things get crazy! There are sequels too, if you like this one.
10. Murder Mystery (2019) Sandler reunites with Jennifer Aniston in this whodunit comedy. They play a married couple on a European vacation who get tangled up in a murder mystery. It’s light and fun, perfect for a relaxing movie night.
9. Hubie Halloween (2020) Sandler is back in goofy mode as Hubie Dubois, a Halloween-loving community volunteer. When people start disappearing, Hubie has to convince the police there’s a monster on the loose! It’s a silly movie, but also kind of sweet.
8. Billy Madison (1995) This goofy comedy has Sandler playing a grown man who goes back to elementary school to re-do all the grades he failed. It’s full of childish humor, but also strangely endearing.
7. Click (2006) Sandler gets a magic remote that lets him control his life…fast forward, rewind, the whole deal. But things get messy when he accidentally fast-forwards through all the good parts. It’s a funny movie with a surprisingly thoughtful message.
6. Happy Gilmore (1996) This is a classic Sandler comedy about a hockey player who turns to golf to win back his grandma’s house. It’s got Sandler’s signature silly humor, but also some surprisingly sweet moments.
5. The Wedding Singer (1998) This movie is a fan favorite! Sandler and Drew Barrymore star as wedding singers who fall in love despite both being about to get married to other people. It’s got great music, funny moments, and a heartwarming romance.
4. Punch-Drunk Love (2002) This is a different side of Sandler. He plays Barry Egan, a lonely man who falls for a phone sex operator. It’s a quirky, offbeat movie that’s both funny and touching.
3. The Meyerowitz Stories (2017) This Netflix movie is a dramatic comedy about a dysfunctional family. Sandler plays one of the sons, trying to deal with his famous father and messed-up siblings. It’s a great showcase of Sandler’s acting chops, proving he can do more than just silly voices.
2. Big Daddy (1999) This heartwarming comedy has Sandler playing a man-child who adopts a kid to prove to his girlfriend he’s responsible. But guess who ends up learning more from who? It’s a funny movie with a big heart.
1. The Longest Yard (2005) This remake of a classic prison football movie stars Sandler as an ex-quarterback sent to jail. He ends up coaching the inmates in a game against the guards. It’s got action, laughs, and a great cast, including Chris Rock and Terry Crews.
So there you have it! Our list of the top 15 Adam Sandler movies. Whether you’re in the mood for silly laughs, heartwarming stories