The Waterboy (1998)

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Billy Madison
Billy Madison (1995)1
 Happy Gilmore
Happy Gilmore (1996)2
 Caddyshack
Caddyshack (1980)3

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Influenced By

  1. Billy Madison (1995)
    "Sandler portrays a socially awkward character who finds his place in an unexpected environment, paralleling the outsider narrative of "Billy Madison."" Adam Sandler’s Career Shows a Reverence for Past Comedy Legends Nick L Collider
  2. Happy Gilmore (1996)
    "Starring Adam Sandler, this film follows a socially awkward waterboy who discovers a talent for tackling and becomes a football sensation. The character's journey from an outsider to a sports hero mirrors Happy Gilmore's unconventional path in golf." 19 Movies Like Happy Gilmore to Keep You Laughing Felix Bennett Qoolie
  3. Caddyshack (1980)
    "This film features Adam Sandler as a socially awkward waterboy who becomes a college football sensation. Its blend of sports and slapstick comedy echoes the tone set by "Caddyshack."" Movie Connections IMDb