15 Best Movies With Adam Sandler to Watch With Family

1. Happy Gilmore

This comedy gem features Sandler as Happy, a wannabe hockey player who discovers he has a knack for golf, especially the long drive. But Happy's golfing skills aren't about grace; he smacks the ball with an anger-fueled hockey strike. After his grandma's house is about to be repossessed, Happy sees an opportunity to save it by joining a golf tournament. Facing stiff competition from pro golfers like Shooter McGavin, can this unconventional golfer win the championship and save Grandma's house?

2. Big Daddy

Let's rewind to that time when Adam played Sonny Koufax, a lazy law school graduate. Sonny's life takes an unexpected turn when a kid named Julian is left on his doorstep. Guess what? Julian's his roommate's son! With his roommate out of town, Sonny tries to return Julian to his mother but ends up adopting the boy. The dynamic duo engage in hilarious antics like tripping rollerbladers and teaching Julian it's okay to pee on walls. Will this sudden responsibility make Sonny grow up for good?

3. 50 First Dates

Hawaii, romance, and... amnesia? Enter Henry, a man who falls for the charming Lucy. But there's a twist: Lucy has short-term memory loss, forgetting everything the next day. This means Henry has to win Lucy's heart anew every day. From creating video tapes to re-enacting their first meet-cute, he pulls out all the stops. It's like Groundhog Day, but in paradise.

4. Click

Ever thought of fast-forwarding the boring parts of life? Michael, an overworked architect, stumbles upon a universal remote that can control time. Yes, he can pause, fast forward, and even mute his life. At first, it's all fun, skipping work and enjoying life. But when the remote starts functioning on its 'auto-pilot', Michael misses out on critical life events, leading to a realization about cherishing every moment.

5. Bedtime Stories

Sandler portrays Skeeter Bronson, a hotel handyman with a vivid imagination. When babysitting his niece and nephew, Skeeter spins wild bedtime tales where he's the hero. But the fun begins when elements from these tales start coming to life! Gumball rainstorms? Yep. Cowboys in the real world? You bet. But as Skeeter tries to control this magical power, he realizes there's more to stories than just fantasy.

6. The Waterboy

Meet Bobby Boucher, a socially awkward water boy for a college football team. But don't let his mild manners fool you. When teased once too often, he reveals a surprising talent for tackling. Coach Klein takes notice and recruits him as a leading defense player. Amidst the tackles and touchdowns, Bobby tries to hide his new role from his overly protective mother, leading to some hilarious outcomes.

7. The Wedding Singer

Set in the rocking '80s, Sandler's Robbie Hart is a wedding singer who gets left at the altar. Enter Julia, a lovely waitress who's engaged to a jerk. As Robbie helps Julia plan her wedding, sparks fly between them. With memorable songs, neon lights, and mullets, the duo navigate heartbreaks and possible new love. And who could forget Robbie serenading Julia on an airplane?

8. Mr. Deeds

Longfellow Deeds is a small-town guy who inherits a massive fortune from a distant relative. Suddenly thrust into the New York high society, Deeds remains grounded, using his newfound wealth to help others. But when tabloid reporter Babe Bennett enters the scene, things get complicated. She's out to expose Deeds, but what happens when she starts falling for him?

9. Pixels

Aliens misinterpreting video feeds of arcade games as a declaration of war? That's the premise here. When extraterrestrials attack Earth using video games like Pac-Man and Donkey Kong, it's up to Sam Brenner, a former arcade champ, and his gang to save the day. The world's fate lies in the hands of gamers, making for a fun, nostalgic trip.

10. Blended

Lauren and Jim have a disastrous blind date. So it's just their luck when they end up sharing a suite at an African safari resort with their kids from previous marriages. Despite their differences, the two families embark on adventurous safaris and heartwarming moments. From ostrich rides to parasailing, this vacation might just blend the two families closer than expected.

11. Hotel Transylvania

Imagine Dracula as a hotel owner! This animated hit introduces us to Dracula's lavish resort, a haven for monsters away from the human world. But things take a comedic turn when a human, Jonathan, stumbles into the hotel and catches the eye of Dracula's daughter, Mavis. Dracula's overprotective dad mode activates as he tries to keep Mavis and Jonathan apart.

12. Grown Ups

Five childhood friends reunite for a Fourth of July weekend after their basketball coach passes away. Despite growing up, they discover they're kids at heart. From arrow roulette to pool shenanigans, these grown-ups prove age is just a number. And when their families join the chaos? It's a hilariously wild ride.

13. Billy Madison

Billy, an immature heir, is all set to inherit his father's hotel empire. But there's a catch: he must repeat grades 1-12 in six months to prove he's responsible. With hilarious antics, like a giant penguin hallucination and a revolting shampoo vs. conditioner debate, Billy's school journey is anything but ordinary.

14. Anger Management

When a misunderstanding on a plane lands mild-mannered Dave with an anger management therapist, hilarity ensues. Dr. Buddy Rydell, the unconventional therapist, employs bizarre techniques, even moving in with Dave! Can Dave keep his cool amid the chaos, especially when the therapist seems crazier than the patient?

15. Just Go With It

Plastic surgeon Danny tells his girlfriend he's married to avoid commitment. But when she demands to meet his soon-to-be-divorced wife, he recruits his assistant Katherine to play the part. Things spiral out of control when Katherine's kids join the charade, leading to a spontaneous trip to Hawaii and a web of comedic lies.