Adam Sandler Reflects on Filming First Movie 'Going Overboard' at 22 Years Old (Exclusive)

Adam Sandler's career be like today if things played out differently early on in his career? For example, if he'd gotten cast as Ross on, and thus teamed up with Jennifer Aniston even earlier?Well, as it turns out, that particular branching timeline wasn't really in the cards — despite some recent remarks the pair made while promoting their new film,, that seemingly implied that it was a possibility.The co-stars walked the red carpet at the premiere of their Netflix action comedy on Tuesday, and they each spoke with ET's Nischelle Turner about whether or not Sandler was actually in the running for the role — which ultimately went to David Schwimmer.«Well, that's a very big possibility,» Aniston said, before asking Sandler, «Were you really up to play Ross?»Sandler sadly shook his head, but added, «I would have!»«No that wasn't real,» Sandler added. «I was just joking.»However, that doesn't mean the pair were joking when talking with Drew Barrymore about wanting to do a movie adaptation of «Talk to the sweatshirted man!» Aniston said, referring to the casually dressed Sandler, when asked about the possibility. «It depends on how everybody responds to this film.»«If they enjoyed themselves and had a good time, Netflix will hopefully just say 'Yup!'» Aniston added enthusiastically.«I mean, honestly, I don't know if that's the one,» Sandler said, referring to the ideal project that he, Aniston and Barrymore could all collaborate on. «But that would be funny, I'm sure, if someone wrote a great script.»However, the real problem is stepping into the shoes of Jack Tripper — an iconic comedy role originally played by John Ritter in the beloved sitcom.«Jack Tripper is the best, by the way.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle Editor Adam Sandler may have done some impressive action sequences in “Murder Mystery 2,” but it sounds like he’s not jumping at the chance to do his own stunts again anytime soon. The actor tells me he underwent hip replacement surgery not long after he and Jennifer Aniston wrapped the follow-up to their original “Murder Mystery” comedy. “My god damn hip, I had to change that at the end of the movie,” Sandler told me Tuesday at the film’s premiere at the Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles. “I had been doing so many movies in a row. I did ’Spaceman’ and I was hanging in harness all the time. I kept saying, ‘Something’s going on with my hip, man. I’m in trouble.’ And then during this and this other movie I did I was like, ‘Yeah, I definitely gotta x-ray that thing,’ and we were in trouble.”

Adam Sandler will soon be celebrating his 20th wedding anniversary with wife Jackie Sandler, and the star has nothing but praise for his supportive spouse.Sandler walked the red carpet at the premiere of his new comedy, held at the Regency Village Theater in West Hollywood on Tuesday, and he spoke with ET's Nischelle Turner about attending the premiere with his ladylove.When asked about the forthcoming anniversary, Sandler explained, «Well, we've been together for 25 [years], so we always act like that's our anniversary, the night we met.»«But 20 is good,» he added with a contented nod. «Yeah, 20 years of marriage, that's nice.»Sandler dressed casual for Tuesday's red carpet, rocking a white Knicks hoodie and tan slacks with blue sneakers — a far cry from the sharp suit he wore earlier this month when honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in Washington, DC.Meanwhile, his wife stunned in a black dress and large black suit blazer, and Sandler couldn't help but marvel at her beauty.«She's got good legs, yeah,» Sandler praised. «She's got better legs then me, I'll give her that!»«I think I have, you know, a better profile,» he joked, before laughing at himself.The fun date night came as Sandler geared up for the release of his new Netflix comedy,, in which he stars alongside Jennifer Aniston, who plays his on-screen wife. Looking toward the future, Sandler addressed who he might want to have join the cast if they end up making a third installment in the spy comedy series, and teased why it would be a great gig for whatever star might be interested.«Me and Aniston always have a great time, and so whoever wants to get murdered, hang out for six, seven weeks, or eight weeks somewhere, it's a good time,» Sandler

Jennifer Aniston and Jodie Turner-Smith light up the red carpet in metallic looks for the premiere of Murder Mystery 2 held at Regency Village Theatre on Tuesday (March 28) in Los Angeles

Nicolas Cage has been in well over 100 movies, including,,,,, and many more. But only one of his films evokes so much emotion from fans it leaves him feeling pain.The 59-year-old Academy Award winner spoke with ET's Rachel Smith on Monday at the New York City premiere of his upcoming horror-comedy film, and he recalled the bizarre incident that would unfold courtesy of fans enthralled by his 1987 rom-com film, , which also starred the legendary Cher.«For the longest time, back from, I would walk to the airport and people just had a habit of saying, 'Snap out of it!' from — the Cher 'snap out of it' [line] — and I did get slapped a few times,» said Cage, whose revelation left his co-star, Nicholas Hoult, in utter shock.«No, no!» Hoult reacted.«Oh yeah, I did,» Cage confirmed.

Jennifer Aniston did for her longtime pal and co-star, Adam Sandler, on the red carpet for their new Netflix film, Murder Mystery 2.Aniston, ever the fashionista, was simply aghast when she saw Sandler on the carpet in a sweatshirt — which, in the  actor's defense is not out of the norm of his typical laid-back style.«What the hell are you doing?! Aniston screamed while speaking to ET's Nischelle Turner. „I'm not standing next to him.

Nicholas Hoult and Nicolas Cage make quite the duo!ET's Rachel Smith spoke to Hoult at the premiere of the pair's new film,, which sees Cage as Dracula, where he explained why he was «giddy» to be working with the  actor.«It really was one of the most bizarre scenarios of my life looking glancing over and seeing Nic Cage, dressed fully as Dracula,» Hoult said of seeing Cage in the role. «I mean, it doesn't get better than that. So, I was really giddy most of the time on set, and had the best time working with him.»Despite calling seeing Cage as a vampire — fangs and all — in the horror comedy, Hoult said Cage still brought some of his «Cage-isms» to the role.

Nicolas Cage is gushing over his daughter! ET's Rachel Smith spoke to the 59-year-old actor on the red carpet at the premiere of his latest film , and he wasn't shy about his love for his wife Riko Shibata's 6-month-old daughter, August.«She's singing really good songs. Her first song — I was very happy about it — naturally, it was about me,» Cage told ET of his daughter, whose nickname is Auggie.

Drew Barrymore was either really excited to welcome guests Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler to her daytime talk show — or simply having a hot flash.

If you thought Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler couldn’t get any cuter, wait till you hear the nicknames they have for one another.

An educational moment. Drew Barrymore had her first hot flash on her talk show — and guests Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler were by her side through it all.

The Night Agent snuck its way to the top of Netflix’s English-language TV charts for the week of March 20.

Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler have quite the friends circle. On Monday's episode of, the co-stars spoke about spending some time with George and Amal Clooney while filming in Italy.When ask by Barrymore if it was true that they had pizza with the Clooneys, Sandler and Aniston raved about the moment.«We did,» Aniston exclaimed.«Oh yeah, that was great,» Sandler added about the outing.

 famously starring Drew Barrymore, the talk show host reunited with her co-stars from the film on Tuesday's episode of — and it truly was a sight to behold. Sporting their signature looks from the movie, Barrymore and her movie stepsisters, Melanie Lynskey and Megan Dodds, appeared in costume and reminisced about filming the beloved project. «It’s not even a show. We’re just here in a time machine and we’re back 25 years ago because it’s the 25th anniversary of ,» Barrymore said.

Rachel McAdams is sharing how she feels about potentially being involved in the upcoming “Mean Girls” musical movie.

Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler couldn't get any cuter, wait till you hear the nicknames they have for one another.The longtime friends and co-stars sat down with ET ahead of the release of the second installment of their Netflix mystery comedy, Murder Mystery 2, where they interviewed each other for a segment called, «Spilling the ETea,» where they asked each other a series of questions about their relationship, the film and more.Aniston kicked things off with a pointed question, asking, «The fans are so excited to see us together, what is the best part of being my on-screen partner? Why am I your favorite?»«Wow!» Sandler exclaimed before giving a shoutout to another one of his frequent collaborators, Drew Barrymore. «Drew is so angry.»He continued, «Well, you certainly have a way about making life fun on the set.

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tribute speech in honor of his friend Adam Sandler being awarded this year’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, the comedian called out the Oscars for snubbing the “Uncut Gems” star.“I’ve known this guy for 30 years,” Rock, 58, said of Sandler, 56, during his speech from the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.“The Oscars, you know, they’re f–king a–holes,” he continued. “And if they don’t want to give my man his props, we will tonight.”Rock appeared to be referencing Sandler’s lack of a nomination for his role as New York City jeweler Howard Ratner in the 2019 film, “Uncut Gems.” Sandler’s role was highly praised, with some even calling it the “finest” performance in his entire career — including The Post.The movie grossed over $500 million domestically on a $19 million budget, according to box office stats.Along with glowing reviews, it even scored an award from the USA National Board of Review as a “top ten film.”However, the Josh and Benny Safdie-directed film was not nominated for any Oscars.In response to the snub, Sandler tweeted out a message at the time, writing, “Bad news: Sandman gets no love from the Academy.

Jodie Turner-Smith is getting very candid.

Jennifer Aniston, Adam Sandler, and Drew Barrymore know the movie they could all work on together.

Holly Willoughby fell down to the floor on This Morning when her co-presenter Alison Hammond "rugby tackled" her after the new Great British Bake Off presenter chased her around the studio. Talking about the hilarious moment together on the sofa with their viewers, Alison, 48, said to Holly: "I'm so out of breath!" Holly, 42, then explained: "Not only did you catch me, but we sort of collided together," before Alison interrupted by saying: "It was [like] a rugby tackle." "Yeah!" Holly added. "And I ended up on the floor.This is what happened, you might not have seen..." Footage of Holly and Alison was then shown, which saw Holly running away from Alison before the latter caught up with her.The Big Brother star then caught Holly in her arms when she fell.