Many of Sandler’s films, like Billy Madison and Hubie Halloween, are known for their over-the-top silliness while having a lot of heart. He has also starred in more dramatic films, including The Meyerowitz Stories (New and Selected) and Uncut Gems.

Sandler and co-writer Tim Herlihy tell The Hollywood Reporter about the project landing Netflix's biggest U.S. film debut and the possibility of more sequels for the star's movies after its success: "This throws it open.