What was Adam Sandler's joke about the Oscars?

In 2019, Sandler joked on The Howard Stern Show that if he didn't win an Oscar for his performance in Uncut Gems, he would purposely make bad movies for a while.

Has Adam Sandler kept his promise to make bad movies?

No, despite his humorous mantra, Sandler has continued to deliver acclaimed films like Hustle and Happy Gilmore 2 over the past few years.

What is Adam Sandler's latest project that is generating Oscar buzz?

Sandler's latest film, Jay Kelly, which is set to be released on Netflix in 2025, is already generating Oscar buzz for the actor.

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Adam Sandler's Oscars Saga: From Joke to Potential Triumph in 2025

17 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Sandler's 2019 Uncut Gems performance sparked Oscars buzz
Sandler joked he'd make bad movies if he didn't win
Sandler continues to deliver acclaimed films like Hustle and Happy Gilmore 2

Adam Sandler's Oscars Saga: From Joke to Potential Triumph in 2025

In 2019, Adam Sandler's acclaimed performance in the crime thriller Uncut Gems sparked Oscars buzz, with many industry analysts speculating he could land a nomination or even win. Sandler famously joked on The Howard Stern Show that if he didn't receive an Oscar nod or win, he would purposely make bad movies for a while.

Ultimately, Sandler did not win or get nominated for an Oscar that year. However, contrary to his humorous mantra, the beloved funnyman has continued to churn out excellent films over the past few years. Movies like Hustle and Happy Gilmore 2 have showcased Sandler's dramatic range and critical acclaim.

Now, in 2025, Sandler is generating Oscar buzz once again for his latest project, Jay Kelly, which is set to be one of the marquee Netflix releases of the year. While Sandler has been downplaying any awards recognition, he seems genuinely happy to be a part of this new film, which also stars George Clooney and is directed by Noah Baumbach.