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Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
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Netflix's ‘Happy Gilmore 2' Tees Up Major Brand Partnerships, Including Shooter McGavin for Subway
In the original 1996 Happy Gilmore film, Adam Sandler's title character learns to love the sub. In a memorable scene that begins inside a Subway restaurant and ends with Gilmore in a TV commercial teeing a sub into a fan's mouth, the food brand was front and center. So it is fitting that Subway is returning for Happy Gilmore 2, this time on Netflix. Now, however, it is Gilmore's arch-nemesis Shooter McGavin (played with creative flair by Christopher McDonald) who is playing a starring role in commercials, social videos and even cardboard cutouts, where he will be the face of Subway's Happy Gilmore meal (with four collectible cups!). More from The Hollywood Reporter Lux Pascal's Deluxe Debut Netflix's 'Perfect Match' Brings Together 'Love Island USA,' 'The Bachelor' Alum and More for Season 3 Matt Damon and David Beckham Bring Back 'David and Dave' for Stella Artois (Exclusive) 'Subway was a big part of the first one, and so they stepped up and wanted to be in the second one as well,' says McDonald, speaking with The Hollywood Reporter earlier this week. 'Luckily we had some great writers from the Happy Gilmore camp who gave me some really fun lines. We are basically celebrating one of the great franchises out there for fast food, and being a fan of it, it was a no-brainer for me.' McDonald says he first learned about the sequel when attending the taping for Love You, Sandler's 2024 comedy special for Netflix. 'I looked at him and went, 'Are you kidding me? Are we finally going to make the sequel?'' McDonald recalls, adding that he (inadvertently, he says) mentioned the sequel on Dan Le Batard's radio show. 'The buzz got out there, and it went kind of viral.' The Subway campaign, including the branded Happy Gilmore meal and having Shooter as its new spokesperson is part of a larger brand partnership effort that Netflix has put behind the film, with U.S. Bank and golf gear brand Callaway also partnering with the streaming giant. U.S. Bank is sponsoring the golf tour in the film, and will roll out ads on Netflix and broadcast TV, featuring sports and golf broadcasting legend Verne Lundquist and Happy Gilmore 2 announcer (and producer) Jack Giarraputo, as well as U.S. Bank's brand ambassador, PGA Tour pro Collin Morikawa. Callaway, meanwhile, will release limited-edition gear based on the film and Gilmore, who uses the clubs on the links. 'Happy Gilmore is one of those rare films that lives on in culture because fans truly love it — it's quotable, it's chaotic, and it's got heart,' says Magno Herran, vp, brand marketing and partnerships for Netflix. 'When we thought about partners for Happy Gilmore 2, Subway, U.S. Bank and Callaway each brought something that naturally aligned with the story, the characters and the legacy of the original movie. We're always intentional about ensuring that these collaborations don't just show up, but they show up in a way that feels organic to the Happy universe and brings real value to fans.' As Netflix pushes into advertising and sponsorships, brand integrations become all the more critical. In particular, brand partnerships that seem organic and authentic are the ones best received by consumers. The streaming giant clearly thinks Subway, U.S. Bank and Callaway fit the bill for the high-profile sequel. Best of The Hollywood Reporter How the Warner Brothers Got Their Film Business Started Meet the World Builders: Hollywood's Top Physical Production Executives of 2023 Men in Blazers, Hollywood's Favorite Soccer Podcast, Aims for a Global Empire
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bert Kreischer to Topline Netflix Sitcom
Bert Kreischer has made five stand-up specials for Netflix, and now he's taking the time-honored path trod by many comedians: starring in a sitcom. Kreischer will play the title role in and is a co-creator of Free Bert, a six-episode comedy the streamer has ordered. Jarrad Paul and Andrew Mogel (The Grinder, Huge in France) co-created the show with Kreischer and will serve as showrunners, writers and directors. The cast also includes Arden Myrin, Lilou Lang and Ava Ryan. More from The Hollywood Reporter 'Ice Road: Vengeance' Review: Liam Neeson Returns for a Forgettable Sequel to an Already Forgotten Action Flick Jason Bateman and Jude Law's 'Black Rabbit' Series Sets Its Opening Night on Netflix Netflix's 'Happy Gilmore 2' Tees Up Major Brand Partnerships, Including Shooter McGavin for Subway In Free Bert, Kreischer will play a version of himself — a 'shirtless comedian, party legend, perpetual wildcard,' as the show's logline puts it. He finds himself in unfamiliar territory when his daughters (Lang and Ryan) are accepted at an elite private school in Beverly Hills. When his antics turn the family into outcasts, he decides to put a shirt on and stifle his true self in order to fit in. Myrin (The Righteous Gemstones, Insatiable) will play Bert's wife in the series. In addition to the stand-up specials Kreischer has done for Netflix — the most recent one, Lucky, premiered in March — the comedian has appeared on WWE Raw since it moved to the streamer and was part of Netflix's Christmas Day NFL coverage last year. Free Bert will also join a growing roster of comedian-led comedies at Netflix, among them Tires (Shane Gillis), Survival of the Thickest (Michelle Buteau) and Leanne (Leanne Morgan), which premieres July 31. The streamer also recently renewed Tom Segura's sketch show Bad Thoughts. Kreischer, Paul and Mogel executive produce Free Bert with Tony Hernandez, Lilly Burns and Elise Henderson of Counterpart Studios, LeeAnn Kreischer, and Judi Marmel. Paul and Mogel are repped by UTA, Mosaic and Johnson Shapiro. June 26, 12:45 p.m. An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated Ava Ryan's name. Best of The Hollywood Reporter 'The Studio': 30 Famous Faces Who Play (a Version of) Themselves in the Hollywood-Based Series 22 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in Television History A 'Star Wars' Timeline: All the Movies and TV Shows in the Franchise
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
El Paso man allegedly robs Subway disguised as woman, wearing pink dress, high heels
An El Paso man was arrested after allegedly robbing a Subway restaurant wearing a pink dress, high heels, and a dark wig, authorities said. Deputies responded about 7:25 p.m. Sunday, June 22, to a report of an armed robbery at a Subway restaurant located in the 12500 block of Pellicano Drive in the Far Eastside, El Paso County Sheriff's Office spokesperson Priscilla Contreras wrote in a news release. Employees told deputies a man entered the restaurant wearing a pink dress, high heels, a dark wig and sunglasses. The man concealed one arm under a brown paper bag and handed the employees a note that read, 'Money in the bag,' the news release states. The man was "pointing the bag in a threatening manner to suggest he was armed," the news release states. He fled with about $50 to $60 in cash. He was last seen leaving in a white Nissan Frontier pickup truck. The truck was later connected to two additional robberies in the area, the news release states. No information was released on the two other robberies. More: Cameras, witnesses saw shooter in El Paso homicide at Nations Tobin Park An investigation by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office's Major Crimes Unit and El Paso Police Department identified 29-year-old Manuel Reyes as the suspect, the news release states. Reyes was arrested in connection with two counts of aggravated robbery and one count of robbery. He was booked into the El Paso County Jail on Tuesday, June 24, on a bond totaling $130,000. He remains jailed as of Friday, June 27, jail logs show. No further information was released as the case remains under active investigation. Aaron Martinez covers the criminal justice system for the El Paso Times. He may be reached at amartinez1@ or on X/Twitter @AMartinezEPT. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: El Paso man allegedly robs Subway wearing pink dress, high heels
Wales Online
a day ago
- Automotive
- Wales Online
Driving expert issues warning over road sign 'people often get wrong'
Driving expert issues warning over road sign 'people often get wrong' Annie, a registered driving instructor and viral advisor, has issued a warning to motorists about the road sign that people 'get mixed up with' and explained the true meaning People are just realising what the sign means (stock image) (Image: Getty Images ) Mastering road signs is crucial for earning your driving licence, with both the theory test and practical driving assessments requiring a solid understanding of them. However, even seasoned drivers can sometimes find the amount of signs baffling. Fortunately, there's an expert on hand to demystify them. There are a number of lesser-known road signs that drivers may not encounter in their everyday journeys. A driving expert has pointed out that the meanings behind these signs often cause confusion among motorists. She recently elucidated the significance of a blue sign adorned with a 'T' symbol. This sign features a blue backdrop, a white rectangle, and atop it, a smaller red rectangle. Annie, a certified driving instructor who has gained a massive following of 1.2 million on TikTok for her advice, remarked: "People get mixed up with this sign. Some think it's warning you about a T-junction. Some people think it means no entry and some people think it means no through road." "It's really important that you do know what this sign means," she urged drivers. Subway launch special edition strawberries and cream sandwich to mark start of Wimbledon READ MORE: Annie, passionate about imparting her driving wisdom and aiding individuals in honing their driving abilities, also stated: "If you've got a relative who lives down this road, you don't want to think this means no entry. If it was no entry it'd be a circle sign." Article continues below She pointed out that a 'no entry' sign is a red circle with a white rectangle in the middle. Annie clarified for those mistaking the sign for a T junction, stating: "If it was warning you about a T junction it wouldn't be in the recentangle, square shape, it would be in a triangle shape because triangle signs give warnings." Annie confirmed the meaning of the sign, saying: "This sign is giving you information. It's telling you that the road you're about to drive into is a no through road, like a cul de sac when you get to the end of the road and there's no more road." Although it signifies a no through road, it is commonly referred to as a dead end. Surepass Driving School advises that upon seeing this sign, drivers should not enter if they are looking for a through route, as they will have to turn around. Content cannot be displayed without consent This sign is placed at the entrance of roads that do not lead to other roads, signalling a dead end. Reacting to Annie's video, one person commented: "I've been driving since 1976 and it's a dead end." Another shared their mnemonic for the sign, adding: "It's a dead end. If you carry on your dead because there's no more road or your in somebody's house." Someone else remarked: "I just see it as, if you go down this road to a house or something, you'll have to turn around to get out again." Article continues below A resident of a cul de sac mentioned: "I could do with one of these for my cul de sack, might stop people with no spacial awareness comin down and trying to turn round." Expressing gratitude to Annie, one individual commented: "Passed my theory today with help of your videos." Another remarked: "Moving back to the UK in September and need to learn to drive! I'm so nervous for the theory test." Did you know the meaning behind this road sign? Share your answer in the comments below...
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
First Bus adds extra services for Bellahouston gig-goers
These extra buses will run today and tomorrow as thousands are set to watch Simple Minds and Stereophonics at the Southside park. This comes as the Subway will be shut due to strikes. 9 and 9A leaving from outside O'Neill's on Union Street in the city centre, dropping off at Edmiston Drive within a short walking distance of Bellahouston Park. After the event, additional services 9 and 9A will take concertgoers from Paisley Road West (after Edmiston Drive) to Oswald Street in the city centre. Graeme Macfarlan, commercial director for First Bus Scotland, said: 'We love seeing so many people attending this year's Summer Sessions in Glasgow and it's important they can travel safely and affordably to and from the event. 'That's exactly why we've worked hard to put on extra buses on Services 9 and 9A across Friday and Saturday this week to ensure people can enjoy their evening safe in the knowledge they won't have to worry about their travel arrangements. 'We are looking forward to welcoming gig-goers onto our services across the next couple of days.'
