The sequel’s release boosted interest in the original “Happy Gilmore,” which is also available on Netflix. The decades-old comedy ranked at No. 3 on the global top 10 list with 11.4 million views, marking its second consecutive week on the list.

The Netflix sequel filmed extensively in New Jersey, where some of the biggest stars in the world gathered to hang out with Sandler and company.

O ver the weekend, “ Happy Gilmore 2 ” teed off in a big way, hitting the No. 1 spot on Netflix right after its July 25 premiere. Nearly 30 years after Adam Sandler first introduced us to the hockey player-turned-golfing legend, the sequel is serving up a double shot of nostalgia and fresh laughs — and fans can’t get enough.