Adam Sandlers Upcoming Netflix Heist Comedy: They Were Just Nice People in the Early Stages of Development

Hollywood is abuzz with the latest development in Adam Sandler's upcoming Netflix project, "They Were Just Nice People." The Golden Globe nominee is teaming up with The Batman producer Dylan Clark for the art heist comedy movie, which is currently in the early stages of development.

The story follows a married couple who, by day, are school teachers but by night, become art thieves. Sandler will be producing the film through his Happy Madison banner, alongside Clark for Dylan Clark Productions. Brian Williams has been tapped to oversee the project for Dylan Clark Productions, while Netflix executive Jason Young will be overseeing the streamer's end of the production.

In addition to "They Were Just Nice People," Sandler is attached to star in two other high-profile movies for Netflix this year. The first is the long-awaited "Happy Gilmore 2," which will see Sandler reprising one of his most iconic roles from the 1996 sports comedy movie. Set to premiere on July 25, the movie will also feature returning cast members from the original, including Julie Bowen as Virginia Venit, Christopher McDonald as Shooter McGavin, and Ben Stiller as Hal. New characters will be portrayed by Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio (Bad Bunny), Sadie Sandler, Sunny Sandler, Conor Sherry, Ethan Cutkosky, Philip Fine Schneider, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, Travis Kelce, and Blake Clark.

The other movie Sandler will be seen in is Oscar-winning filmmaker Noah Baumbach's newest coming-of-age dramedy "Jay Kelly," which will star George Clooney and Laura Dern. Further details about its plot and characters are still being kept under wraps. Produced by Netflix, the movie is currently slated for a November 2025 release.

The development of "They Were Just Nice People" marks another exciting collaboration between Sandler and Clark, who have previously worked together on several projects including "The Cabin in the Woods" and "The Lego Batman Movie." With Sandler's unique brand of humor and Clark's production expertise, fans can expect a thrilling and hilarious heist movie that will keep them on the edge of their seats.

Stay tuned for more updates on "They Were Just Nice People" and other upcoming projects from Adam Sandler and Dylan Clark.