Is There a Grown Ups 3 Movie Getting Made? New Speculation Explained

Many fans are eager to know whether Adam Sandler and his ensemble cast are reuniting for Grown Ups 3. Recent speculation has fueled excitement, but is there any truth to the rumors?

Viral Posts Spark Grown Ups 3 Speculation

A viral Facebook post and a YouTube video have led many to believe that Grown Ups 3 is in development, with claims that Adam Sandler and Kevin James are set to reprise their roles. The post, which featured a thumbnail of Sandler, James, and Chris Rock alongside the Grown Ups 3 title, linked to a video that supposedly served as a teaser for the film.

Despite the widespread speculation, there has been no official announcement from Sandler, Columbia Pictures, or Happy Madison Productions regarding the development of Grown Ups 3. Additionally, the YouTube video outlining the plot for the supposed sequel was created by a fan and is not based on an official script.

This is not the first time false marketing for an Adam Sandler film has gained traction. Similar rumors circulated about Bedtime Stories 2 and Billy Madison 2, neither of which were actually in development.

Will There Be a Grown Ups 3?

While Grown Ups 3 is not currently in the works, that does not mean it will never happen. Some cast members have expressed interest in returning. Maria Bello, who plays Sally (the wife of Kevin James’ character Eric), mentioned in an interview with Flickering Myth that she had heard discussions about a third installment:

“People have talked about it and we’ve heard it might happen. But I don’t know if there is a script, I don’t know what there is. But I hope so because, boy, it’s fun to work with those guys.”

In 2019, comedian and TV writer Tom Scharpling wrote an unofficial script for Grown Ups 3 for his own enjoyment, which later became the basis for speculation. While his script was well-received, it has not been picked up for official production.

Adam Sandler has a history of working on sequels, such as Grown Ups 2, Murder Mystery 2, and the Hotel Transylvania series. He is currently involved in producing Happy Gilmore 2, which is actively in development. However, his busy schedule includes several other projects, including a Netflix film directed by Noah Baumbach alongside George Clooney and a collaboration with Josh Safdie (Uncut Gems) on a baseball-themed film.

Cameron Boyce’s Passing May Affect Grown Ups 3

Another factor influencing Grown Ups 3 is the tragic passing of Cameron Boyce, who played Adam Sandler’s on-screen son in the first two films. Sandler had a close relationship with Boyce, and making a sequel without him could be an emotional challenge for the cast.

Conclusion: Is Grown Ups 3 Happening?

At this time, Grown Ups 3 is not in development, and the recent speculation appears to be unfounded. However, given the franchise’s popularity and the willingness of some cast members to return, a third film remains a possibility for the future. Fans will have to wait for an official confirmation from Sandler or Columbia Pictures before getting their hopes up for another installment.

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