Rating: 7.8/10 β Hilarious, heartfelt, and just the right amount of chaotic, this sequel proves that growing older doesnβt necessarily mean growing upβespecially for Sonny Koufax.
What itβs about:
Itβs been nearly three decades since Sonny Koufax (Adam Sandler) unexpectedly became a dad figure to little Julian. Now, Julian (Cole Sprouse) is all grown up, married, and about to become a father himself. Sonny, determined to be the βcool grandpa,β inserts himself into the coupleβs life with well-meaning but wildly misguided advice. Between botched babysitting attempts, questionable parenting hacks, and a few too many βback in my dayβ stories, Sonny learns that family isnβt about being perfectβitβs about showing up, even if you show up late and wearing pajama pants.
Why it stands out:
Adam Sandler bringing back his blend of goofy charm and unexpected emotional depth
A mix of slapstick comedy and genuinely touching family moments
Fun cameos from Sandlerβs comedy crew in over-the-top βparenting mentorβ roles
Explores how the originalβs unconventional bond has evolved into a lifelong family connection
Highlights:
Sonny taking the baby to a bar βjust for one drinkβ and ending up at a baby karaoke night
A chaotic park scene where Sonny loses the stroller⦠only to find it being pushed by a friendly stranger
Final scene: Sonny, Julian, and the new baby sharing ice cream on the stoop, Sonny saying, βGuess Iβm not Big Daddy anymoreβ¦ Iβm Granddaddy,β followed by a brain freeze.