Top 10 Adam Sandler Movies

If youve been around since the 90s, theres a 99% chance that you have seen an Adam Sandler movie, or one produced by him. No one is sure how his behavior (acting like a man-child, his crude jokes and ridiculous plots) in most of his movies has kept them popular, but he continues to succeed. Everyone comes back to see what kind of ridiculousness Adam has in store for his next movie. Here is a list of the top 10 movies of his career as an actor and producer.

*Movie income based off of box office sales

10. Anger Management (2003) ($195,745,823)

This hilarious film starring Adam Sandler, Jack Nicholson, and Marisa Tomei deals with a calm-mannered businessman who gets into a misunderstanding on an airplane. He ends up getting ordered by a judge to attend anger management sessions with an overly aggressive instructor. This instructor invades his life and causes hilarious unnecessary problems, bringing out the crazy fun side of Adam we all know and love.

9. Mr. Deeds (2002) ($171,000,000)

Starring Adam Sandler, Winona Ryder, and John Turturro, Deeds (Adam Sandler) finds himself with a large inheritance of money after the passing of a relative. This leaves him with the decision of sticking with his normal lifestyle with his small pizza shop, or taking over the large business. Of course he meets a reporter with whom he gains feelings for, only making matters more complicated. Through the ups and downs, this movie will still make you laugh.

8. Big Daddy (1999) ($234,801,895)

A lazy 31 year old with an unimpressed girlfriend decides to adopt a child to prove to her that he is capable of being responsible. His interesting parenting methods which include allowing his child to pee in public and dress as a superhero for school give this film a hysterical feel-good atmosphere. Starring Adam Sandler, Joey Adams and John Stewart, this movie is a must-see for people who enjoy children and want to laugh.

7. I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry (2007) ($186,072,214)

This amusing film starring Adam Sandler, Kevin James and Jessica Biel will without a doubt get a laugh out of you. After the passing of Larrys (Kevin James) wife, he is concerned about the financial future of his family. After saving the life of his coworker Chuck (Adam Sandler) tells Larry that he really owes him one. He ended up agreeing with Larry to pose a gay couple to receive domestic partner benefits. Find out for yourself to see how all of the action unfolds.

6. The Wedding Singer (1998) ($123,306,987)

Starring Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, and Christine Taylor, a failed rock star becomes a wedding singer. To add to his discouragement, his soon-to-be wife didnt show up to their wedding, due to his failed career. He helps a woman named Julia plan her wedding to her self-centered husband Robbie. Throughout the process, he winds up falling for her. Be sure to watch the movie to hear about the rest!

5. The Longest Yard (2005) ($190,320,568)

After landing himself in jail due to a drunk driving accident, Paul (Adam Sandler) is asked to organize a football team of inmates since he is athletically inclined. They are up against their prison guards which will be likely to be a very interesting game. Starring Adam Sandler, Burt Reynolds and Chris Rock, this movie will be sure to entertain you if you enjoy sports.

4. 50 First Dates (2004) ($196,482,882)

Reuniting Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore (The Wedding Singer), this movie is quite adorable. Rob Schneider also brings a good deal to the table in this film as well. Henry (Adam) falls for Lucy (Drew) after their first date, but the next day she has no memory of who he is due to an accident that impaired her memory. The majority of the movie is Henry trying to find a way for Lucy to remember him after all the dates they go on. Even if youre not one for romantic movies, you will certainly still enjoy it.

3. Billy Madison (1995) ($26,488,734)

Although not producing as much money in the box office as much as his other films, it is a classic which makes it still popular to this day. This is a story about Billy (Adam Sandler) who wishes to inherit his

fathers company after he retires. The thing is- Billy prefers to spend his days drinking by the pool with his friends and hallucinating non-existent penguins. He makes an agreement with his father to attend grades 1-12 in 24 weeks to prove that he is not an idiot and he is able to handle a company. This movie produces the type of laughter that will leave you with side stickers and tears streaming down your face.

2. Happy Gilmore (1996) ($41,205,099)

Coping with the rejection from his hockey team, he turns to smashing golf balls with his hockey stick (literally). Realizing that going professional could bring in some serious prize money to buy his grandmothers house, he decides to train to become a better golfer. His interesting and hilarious struggles to rise to the top are sure to make you laugh. Starring Adam Sandler, Christopher McDonald and Julie Bowen, this movie is a must-see.

1. The Waterboy (1998) ($185,991,646)

Adam isnt the only funny character in this movie. Kathy Bates and Henry Winkler also play a big part in the large amount of comedy that takes place. Bobby Boucher (Adam) a socially awkward mamas boy has been a waterboy for college football teams since he was little. After finally standing up for himself and taking out a football player, Coach Kline adds him to the lineup of his football team with a tremendous losing streak. This film contains your classic Sandler comedy that will have you rolling on the floor laughing, which is why this was made number one.