The comedic duo of Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider has delivered some of the most absurd and hilarious movies of recent decades. Schneider's over-the-top characters perfectly complemented Sandler's lowbrow antics across their multiple team-ups.
Schneider frequently stole scenes even in broad supporting roles as part of Sandler's crew. Together, their collaborations epitomized the ridiculous laughs and goofy charm that built Sandler's brand of raunchy humor.
In this piece, we revisit the most memorable big-screen team-ups between Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider that formed an iconic actor-director comedy partnership.
| Sr. No. | Movie Name | IMDb Rating |
| 1 | 6.1 | |
| 2 | 6.4 | |
| 3 | 5.7 | |
| 4 | 5.3 | |
| 5 | 4.8 | |
| 6 | 5.5 | |
| 7 | 5.3 | |
| 8 | 5.8 | |
| 9 | 6.8 | |
| 10 | 6.4 | |
| 11 | 4.7 | |
| 12 | 5.6 | |
| 13 | 6.4 | |
| 14 | 5.9 | |
| 15 | 5.6 | |
| 16 | 6.0 | |
| 17 | 6.0 | |
| 18 | 4.8 | |
| 19 | 5.3 | |
| 20 | 5.2 |
1 - The Waterboy (1998)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Bobby Boucher), Kathy Bates (Mama Boucher), Fairuza Balk (Vickie Vallencourt), Henry Winkler (Coach Klein), Jerry Reed (Red Beaulieu), Larry Gillard Jr. (Walter), Blake Clark (Farmer Fran), Peter Dante (Gee Grenouille), Jonathan Loughran (Lyle Robideaux), Rob Schneider (Townie)
- Director: Frank Coraci
- Network: Touchstone Pictures
- Release Date: November 6, 1998
- IMDb Rating: 6.1
- Country: USA
- Budget: $35 million
- Revenue: $185.9 million
- Run Time: 89 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Netflix
The Waterboy is a 1998 sports comedy film starring Adam Sandler as Bobby Boucher, a water boy who discovers his football tackling talent and joins a college team. Rob Schneider has a supporting role as overly enthusiastic townie and fan, providing big laughs in just a few scenes.
Schneider's trademark weird energy played off Sandler's manchild humor perfectly in their first team-up. As a dimwitted Cajun redneck obsessed with Boucher, Schneider stole the spotlight despite minimal screen time. While critics found the film juvenile, it became a major box office smash for Sandler.
2 - Big Daddy (1999)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Sonny Koufax), Joey Lauren Adams (Layla Maloney), Jon Stewart (Kevin Gerrity), Cole Sprouse (Julian 'Frankenstien' McGrath), Dylan Sprouse (Ben 'Frankenstein' Mcgrath), Josh Mostel (Arthur Brooks), Leslie Mann (Corinne Maloney), Rob Schneider (Nazo)
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Network: Columbia Pictures, Enzo Productions, Out of the Blue... Entertainment
- Release Date: June 25, 1999
- IMDb Rating: 6.4
- Country: USA
- Budget: $34.2 million
- Revenue: $234.8 million
- Run Time: 93 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
Big Daddy is a 1999 American comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan and starring Adam Sandler as immature 30-year-old Sonny who adopts a 5-year-old (Cole Sprouse) to impress his girlfriend and prove he can be a responsible dad. Rob Schneider plays Middle Eastern delivery man Nazo in a small but hilarious role.
As with The Waterboy, Schneider maximized laughs in limited screen time as part of Sandler's ensemble. His crazy accent and chemistry with Sandler demonstrated their comedic wavelength. Big Daddy marked one of Sandler's biggest 90s hits thanks to the interplay with Schneider and rising child star Sprouse.
3 - Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo (1999)
- All Cast: Rob Schneider (Deuce Bigalow), William Forsythe (Detective Chuck Fowler), Eddie Griffin (Tiberius Jefferson 'T.J.' Hicks), Arija Bareikis (Kate), Oded Fehr (Antoine Laconte), Gail O'Grady (Claire), Richard Riehle (Bob Bigalow), Jacqueline Obradors (Elaine Fowler), Big Boy (Flattop), Norm MacDonald (Bartender)
- Director: Mike Mitchell
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Touchstone Pictures
- Release Date: December 10, 1999
- IMDb Rating: 5.7
- Country: USA
- Budget: $17 million
- Revenue: $92.9 million
- Run Time: 88 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo is a 1999 sex comedy film starring Rob Schneider as the titular loser who becomes a male prostitute in Malibu. It marked the first collaboration directed by Adam Sandler who makes a brief, uncredited cameo as a jerk at a bar.
Sandler helped Schneider branch out with his first starring vehicle comedic role. Their brand of juvenile, slapstick humor meshed seamlessly for this raunchy comedy. Despite scathing reviews, Male Gigolo became a surprise commercial hit. It cemented Schneider as a comedic force beyond supporting roles.
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4 - Little Nicky (2000)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Nicky), Patricia Arquette (Valerie Veran), Harvey Keitel (Dad), Rhys Ifans (Himself), Rodney Dangerfield (Lucifer), Robert Smigel (Himself), Allen Covert (Todd), Jonathan Loughran (Mark), Peter Dante (Peter), Rob Schneider (The Townie)
- Director: Steven Brill
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Robert Simonds Productions
- Release Date: November 10, 2000
- IMDb Rating: 5.3
- Country: USA
- Budget: $85 million
- Revenue: $58.2 million
- Run Time: 90 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Little Nicky is a 2000 fantasy comedy film directed by Steven Brill and starring Adam Sandler as Nicky, one of the three sons of the Devil. He heads to Earth to stop his evil brothers from taking over Hell and destroying the world. Rob Schneider has an over-the-top cameo as an obsessed fan.
Complete with Hell setting and outlandish costumes, Little Nicky marked one of Sandler's strangest comedies. But Schneider reliably delivered big laughs in just minutes onscreen embodying an ultimate Sandler fanboy. Their wacky rapport showcased Schneider's talent for eccentric character work.
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5 - The Animal (2001)
- All Cast: Rob Schneider (Marvin Mange), Colleen Haskell (Rianna), John C. McGinley (Sgt. Doug Sisk), Guy Torry (Miles), Michael Caton (Dr. Wilder), Louis Lombardi (Fatty), Sean Hayes (Officer Wooly), Scott Wilson (Chief Wilson), Norman Lloyd (Dr. Gubbs), Nora Dunn (Dr. Greenbush)
- Director: Luke Greenfield
- Network: Revolution Studios, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: June 1, 2001
- IMDb Rating: 4.8
- Country: USA
- Budget: $47 million
- Revenue: $84.8 million
- Run Time: 83 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Digital Rental / Purchase
The Animal is a 2001 comedy film starring Rob Schneider as awkward, accident-prone Marvin Mange. After receiving animal parts as transplants, Marvin gains special powers and newfound confidence. Adam Sandler served as an uncredited producer.
Though it received negative reviews, The Animal gave Schneider his first lead role without Sandler co-starring. Sandler helped Schneider headline this outrageous concept as a solo comedic star. Despite its lack of sophistication, Schneider's committed performance in an outlandish premise delivered signature lowbrow laughs.
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6 - The Hot Chick (2002)
- All Cast: Rob Schneider (Jessica Spencer/Clive Maxtone), Rachel McAdams (Jessica Spencer), Anna Faris (April), Matthew Lawrence (Billy), Eric Christian Olsen (Jake), Robert Davi (Detective Luptowski), Melora Hardin (Deb), Alexandra Holden (Lulu), Maritza Murray (Keecia), Adam Sandler (Mambuza Bongo Guy)
- Director: Tom Brady
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Touchstone Pictures
- Release Date: December 13, 2002
- IMDb Rating: 5.5
- Country: USA
- Budget: $34 million
- Revenue: $54.2 million
- Run Time: 104 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Disney+
The Hot Chick is a 2002 body-swap comedy film starring Rob Schneider as petty criminal Clive who accidentally ends up in the body of pretty high schooler Jessica, played by Rachel McAdams in her first film role. Adam Sandler briefly appears as an African street vendor who helps reverse their predicament.
Re-teaming with Sandler's production company, Schneider leaned into the slapstick body-swap concept for more lowbrow laughs. Despite the outlandish premise, Schneider again proved his comedic talents could draw audiences given his collaborations with Sandler.
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7 - Eight Crazy Nights (2002)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Davey Stone / Whitey Duvall / Deer / Grandma / Jennifer Friedman Voice), Jackie Titone (Jennifer Friedman), Rob Schneider (Chinese Waiter), Jon Lovitz (Tom Baltezor), Kevin Nealon (Mayor Mallory), Blake Clark (Mall Santa), Ellen Albertini Dow (Gertie Selman), Austin Stout (Benjamin 'Whitey' Duvall), Shaiman Ben-David (Principle Gold), Tyra Banks (Vicky Vallencourt)
- Director: Seth Kearsley
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: November 27, 2002
- IMDb Rating: 5.3
- Country: USA
- Budget: $50 million
- Revenue: $60.7 million
- Run Time: 76 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
Eight Crazy Nights is a 2002 animated holiday musical comedy film starring the voices of Adam Sandler as Davey, Whitey, Deer and other characters. Rob Schneider voices a Chinese waiter in a minor role. It marked Sandler's first animated effort as comedic writer, co-producer and voice actor.
Sandler enlisted Schneider for a small voice part to support his first venture into animation. Though it received poor reviews from critics, Eight Crazy Nights demonstrated Sandler's bankability as a comedy voice actor. Despite its minimal impact, it paved the way for future animated Sandler comedies.
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8 - Mr. Deeds (2002)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Longfellow Deeds), Winona Ryder (Babe Bennett / Pam Dawson), Peter Gallagher (Chuck Cedar), Jared Harris (Mac McGrath), John Turturro (Emilio Lopez), Steve Buscemi (Crazy Eyes), Conchata Ferrell (Jan), Harve Presnell (Cecil Powers), Allen Covert (Marty), Rob Schneider (Nazzo the Paparazzo)
- Director: Steven Brill
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, New Line Cinema
- Release Date: June 28, 2002
- IMDb Rating: 5.8
- Country: USA
- Budget: $50 million
- Revenue: $171.3 million
- Run Time: 96 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
Mr. Deeds is a 2002 American comedy film directed by Steven Brill and starring Adam Sandler and Winona Ryder. It follows kindhearted Longfellow Deeds who inherits $40 billion and arrives in New York where he faces greed and corruption while falling for undercover tabloid reporter Babe Bennett. Rob Schneider has a supporting role as infamous paparazzo Nazo.
Schneider's loud, obnoxious character provided the perfect foil to Sandler's childlike Deeds. Schneider elicited big laughs opposite Sandler and Ryder with limited screentime. As with their past team-ups, Mr. Deeds proved Schneider knew exactly how to maximize the absurdity of Sandler's scripts.
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9 - 50 First Dates (2004)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Henry Roth), Drew Barrymore (Lucy Whitmore), Rob Schneider (Ula), Sean Astin (Doug Whitmore), Lusia Strus (Alexa), Blake Clark (Marlin Whitmore), Dan Aykroyd (Dr. Keats), Amy Hill (Sue), Allen Covert (Ten Second Tom), Maya Rudolph (Stacy), Pomaika'i Brown (Nick)
- Director: Peter Segal
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: February 13, 2004
- IMDb Rating: 6.8
- Country: USA
- Budget: $75 million
- Revenue: $196.5 million
- Run Time: 99 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
50 First Dates is a 2004 American romantic comedy starring Adam Sandler as veterinarian Henry Roth who falls for Lucy (Drew Barrymore) who loses her short-term memory every day. Rob Schneider plays Henry's eccentric assistant Ula.
Marking Sandler and Barrymore reunion after The Wedding Singer, 50 First Dates combined their charm with Schneider's brand of bizarre physical comedy. Critics felt Schneider was underutilized but praised his looney sidekick role. With Lucy's memory condition allowing endless wacky scenarios, 50 First Dates showcased Sandler's comedy troupe's talents.
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10 - The Longest Yard (2005)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Paul Crewe), Chris Rock (Caretaker), Burt Reynolds (Coach Nate Scarborough), Nelly (Earl Megget), Rob Schneider (Punky), Courteney Cox (Lena), William Fichtner (Capt. Knauer), Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje (Hazen), Bob Sapp (Switowski), Stone Cold Steve Austin (Convict)
- Director: Peter Segal
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: May 27, 2005
- IMDb Rating: 6.4
- Country: USA
- Budget: $82 million
- Revenue: $190.3 million
- Run Time: 113 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Prime Video
The Longest Yard is a 2005 American sports comedy film and remake of the 1974 film. It stars Adam Sandler as former pro quarterback Paul Crewe who forms a team from fellow prison inmates to play football against the prison guards. Rob Schneider plays inmate Punky in a supporting role.
With comedian cameos, Schneider was part of Sandler's impressive comedy ensemble bringing levity to the prison football premise. Schneider's stupidity complemented Sandler's antihero well, eliciting laughs despite minimal impact on the story. Their chemistry remained a reliable formula for amusing Sandler vehicles.
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11 - Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo (2005)
- All Cast: Rob Schneider (Deuce Bigalow), Eddie Griffin (T.J. Hicks), Til Schweiger (Heinz Hummer), Jeroen Krabbé (Gaspar Voorsboch), Hanna Verboom (Eva), Carlos Ponce (Rodrigo), Charles Keating (Gianluca), Beverly Leech (Mrs. Hummer), Big Boy (T.J.'s Boy), Adam Sandler (Javier Sandooski)
- Director: Mike Bigelow
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: August 12, 2005
- IMDb Rating: 4.7
- Country: USA
- Budget: $20 million
- Revenue: $45.2 million
- Run Time: 83 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Crackle
Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo is a 2005 sex comedy sequel to Male Gigolo. Rob Schneider returns as unlikely debonair gigolo Deuce who heads to Europe where he becomes embroiled in the man-whore underworld and helps a prostitute (Hanna Verboom) escape her pimp. Adam Sandler briefly reprises his role as the flamboyant Javier.
The second Deuce Bigalow feature cemented Schneider's comedic partnership with Sandler. Despite the lowbrow sequel earning poor reviews, it turned an even bigger profit than the 1999 original. Sandler helped Schneider's R-rated comedy franchise flourish based on their proven chemistry.
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12 - The Benchwarmers (2006)
- All Cast: Rob Schneider (Gus Matthews), David Spade (Richie Goodman), Jon Heder (Clark Reedy), Jon Lovitz (Mel), Craig Kilborn (Reggie Jackson Lookalike), Molly Sims (Liz), Tim Meadows (Wayne), Nick Swardson (Howie), Bill Romanowski (Karl), Rob Riggle (Coach Bretz), Adam Sandler (Rich Goodman's Attorney)
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Revolution Studios
- Release Date: April 7, 2006
- IMDb Rating: 5.6
- Country: USA
- Budget: $33 million
- Revenue: $80.4 million
- Run Time: 80 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
The Benchwarmers is a 2006 American sports comedy film co-produced by Adam Sandler through Happy Madison Productions and starring Rob Schneider, David Spade and Jon Heder. It involves three nerdy friends and washouts who form a three-man baseball team to compete against bullies.
Reuniting Schneider and Sandler, The Benchwarmers transplanted their brand of juvenile misfit humor to the world of little league baseball. While it received overwhelmingly negative reviews, it became a modest box office success on the star appeal of Schneider, Spade and Heder.
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13 - Click (2006)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Michael Newman), Kate Beckinsale (Donna Newman), Christopher Walken (Morty), David Hasselhoff (Janitor), Henry Winkler (Ted Newman), Julie Kavner (Trudy Newman), Sean Astin (Bill), Joseph Castanon (Ben Newman), Jonah Hill (Ben at 17 Years Old), Rob Schneider (Prince Habeeboo)
- Director: Frank Coraci
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Revolution Studios
- Release Date: June 23, 2006
- IMDb Rating: 6.4
- Country: USA
- Budget: $82.5 million
- Revenue: $237.7 million
- Run Time: 107 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
Click is a 2006 American science fiction comedy film directed by Frank Coraci and starring Adam Sandler as overworked architect Michael Newman who gains a universal remote that controls reality. Rob Schneider plays an eccentric Middle Eastern prince.
Though playing a broad Middle Eastern stereotype, Schneider's bizarre comedic presence reliably stole his short scene. Click marked another successful collaboration blending Schneider's eccentric characters opposite Sandler's everyman antics amidst a fantastical high concept premise.
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14 - I Now Pronounce You Chuck & Larry (2007)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Chuck Levine), Kevin James (Larry Valentine), Jessica Biel (Alex McDonough), Dan Aykroyd (Captain Tucker), Ving Rhames (Duncan), Steve Buscemi (Clint Fitzer), Nicholas Turturro (Renaldo Pinera), Rachel Dratch (Maria), Allen Covert (Steve), Rob Schneider (Asian Minister)
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Universal Pictures
- Release Date: July 20, 2007
- IMDb Rating: 5.9
- Country: USA
- Budget: $85 million
- Revenue: $186.2 million
- Run Time: 115 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Peacock
I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry is a 2007 American comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan. It stars Adam Sandler and Kevin James as platonic firefighter friends who pretend to be a same-sex married couple to receive partnership benefits. Rob Schneider plays an Asian priest.
Despite criticism over its depiction of homosexuality, Chuck and Larry became a major hit for Sandler. Schneider's brief but memorable role as an over-the-top Asian cleric acknowledged the film's absurd, politically incorrect humor. The two comedians played off each other smoothly in even the most juvenile premises.
15 - You Don't Mess with the Zohan (2008)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Zohan Dvir), John Turturro (The Phantom), Emmanuelle Chriqui (Dalia Hakbarah), Nick Swardson (Michael), Lainie Kazan (Gail), Ido Mosseri (Oori), Rob Schneider (Salim), Daoud Heidami (Nasi), John McEnroe (Himself), Dave Matthews (James O'neal), Michael Buffer (Walbridge)
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Release Date: June 6, 2008
- IMDb Rating: 5.6
- Country: USA
- Budget: $90 million
- Revenue: $201.7 million
- Run Time: 113 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Starz
You Don't Mess with the Zohan is a 2008 American action comedy film starring Adam Sandler who co-wrote it with Judd Apatow and Robert Smigel. Zohan Dvir is an Israeli counter-terrorist operator who fakes his own death to become a hairstylist in New York. Rob Schneider cameoed as an eager cab driver.
Zohan marked Sandler's biggest opening at the time with over $38 million in its first weekend. Schneider's energetic cameo contributed dependable laughs to Sandler's over-the-top politically incorrect satire. Though convoluted, their humor shone through in this atypical action-packed role for Sandler.
16 - Bedtime Stories (2008)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Skeeter Bronson), Keri Russell (Jill Hastings), Guy Pearce (Kendall Duncan), Russell Brand (Mickey), Richard Griffiths (Barry Nottingham), Teresa Palmer (Violet Nottingham), Lucy Lawless (Aspen), Courteney Cox (Wendy), Aisha Tyler (Donna Hynde), Jonathan Pryce (Marty), Rob Schneider (Indian Chiefs)
- Director: Adam Shankman
- Network: Walt Disney Pictures, Happy Madison Productions, Gunn Films
- Release Date: December 25, 2008
- IMDb Rating: 6.0
- Country: USA
- Budget: $80 million
- Revenue: $212.9 million
- Run Time: 99 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Disney+
Bedtime Stories is a 2008 fantasy comedy family film directed by Adam Shankman and starring Adam Sandler. Skeeter Bronson (Sandler) discovers his bedtime stories come true in real life as he tries to become manager of a hotel he works at. Rob Schneider voices the surreal Indian Chief characters in Skeeter's stories.
Capitalizing on Sandler's appeal to families, Bedtime Stories relied on child-friendly whimsy. Schneider contributed entertaining character voice work as part of the ensemble bringing Skeeter's elaborate tales to life. Though formulaic, their signature humor sufficiently elevated the far-fetched premise.
17 - Grown Ups (2010)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Lenny Feder), Kevin James (Eric Lamonsoff), Chris Rock (Kurt McKenzie), David Spade (Marcus Higgins), Rob Schneider (Rob Hilliard), Salma Hayek (Roxanne Feder), Maria Bello (Sally Lamonsoff), Maya Rudolph (Deanne McKenzie), Colin Quinn (Dickie Bailey), Steve Buscemi (Wiley)
- Director: Dennis Dugan
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Relativity Media
- Release Date: June 25, 2010
- IMDb Rating: 6.0
- Country: USA
- Budget: $80 million
- Revenue: $271.4 million
- Run Time: 102 minutes
- Release Platform: Theatrical
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Grown Ups is a 2010 American comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan and stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade and Rob Schneider as five lifelong friends who reunite as adults.
As with most Sandler films, Grown Ups allowed Schneider to thrive among an ensemble of other comedians. Critics found the plot disjointed but noted the cast seemed to genuinely enjoy working together. With well-matched improvised banter and relaxed bro comedy, Grown Ups launched a lucrative franchise for Sandler's brand.
18 - The Ridiculous 6 (2015)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Tommy Stockburn / John Smurthwaite / Clem / Ramon / Scooper), Terry Crews (Chico), Jorge Garcia (Herm), Taylor Lautner (Lil' Pete), Rob Schneider (Ramón), Luke Wilson (Danny Stockburn), Nick Nolte (Frank Stockburn), Chris Parnell (Jumping Joe Smith), Jon Lovitz (Lawyer Smiley), Blake Shelton (Wyatt Earp), Nick Swardson (Farley)
- Director: Frank Coraci
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Netflix
- Release Date: December 11, 2015
- IMDb Rating: 4.8
- Country: USA
- Run Time: 119 minutes
- Release Platform: Netflix
- Where to Watch: Netflix
The Ridiculous 6 is a 2015 American Western action comedy film directed by Frank Coraci and written by Tim Herlihy and Adam Sandler. It stars Sandler, Terry Crews, Jorge Garcia, Taylor Lautner, Luke Wilson and Rob Schneider and follows six men who discover they share the same bank-robbing father.
Marking Sandler's first Netflix original film, The Ridiculous 6 provided minor roles for Schneider and other longtime Sandler collaborators. Though it received harsh reviews and accusations of racism, it set the precedent for Sandler's lucrative deal creating original comedies for Netflix by relying on his familiar stable of actors.
19 - Sandy Wexler (2017)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Sandy Wexler), Kevin James (Oberon 'O.B.' Oberon), Terry Crews (Bedtime Bobby), Rob Schneider (Froggy), Colin Quinn (Dickie Thimble), Nick Swardson (Gary Vogel), Lamorne Morris (Aaron Williams), Arsenio Hall (Tavis Wright), Jane Seymour (Mrs. Koppelman), Chris Rock (Cropsy), Jennifer Hudson (Courtney Clarke)
- Director: Steven Brill
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Netflix
- Release Date: April 14, 2017
- IMDb Rating: 5.3
- Country: USA
- Run Time: 131 minutes
- Release Platform: Netflix
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Sandy Wexler is a 2017 American comedy film directed by Steven Brill and written by and starring Adam Sandler as the titular talent manager working in 1990s Hollywood. His wacky list of star clients include a young singer played by Jennifer Hudson. Rob Schneider plays his incompetent stuntman associate Froggy.
As the third of Sandler's direct-to-Netflix comedies, Sandy Wexler represented a declining quality but showcased his loyal comedy troupe including Schneider in slapstick side roles. While it received Sandler's usual scathing reviews, Netflix data showed its consistent popularity thanks to Sandler's built-in audience.
20 - Hubie Halloween (2020)
- All Cast: Adam Sandler (Hubie Dubois), Kevin James (Officer Steven Wojciehowicz), Julie Bowen (Violet Valentine), Ray Liotta (Mr. Landolfa), Rob Schneider (Richie Hartman), June Squibb (Mrs. Dubois), Kenan Thompson (Kevin 'Butter' Bryce), Shaquille O'Neal (Sheriff Dwayne Bronson), George Wallace (Reverend Phil), Noah Schnapp (Sammy), Steve Buscemi (Walter Lambert)
- Director: Steven Brill
- Network: Happy Madison Productions, Netflix
- Release Date: October 7, 2020
- IMDb Rating: 5.2
- Country: USA
- Run Time: 103 minutes
- Release Platform: Netflix
- Where to Watch: Netflix
Hubie Halloween is a 2020 Netflix original comedy film directed by Steven Brill, starring Adam Sandler as good-hearted but eccentric community volunteer Hubie Dubois who finds himself at the center of a real murder case on Halloween night. The ensemble includes Rob Schneider as a suspicious rich man.
As Sandler's latest straight-to-Netflix venture, Hubie Halloween employed his typical crew of actor friends and comedians. While it received Sandler's expected negative reviews, Schneider and Sandler effortlessly played off each other in their supporting roles amid absurd hijinks.
DPM Top Picks
Here are our top 5 favorite Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider movie collaborations:
- 50 First Dates (2004) - Sweet romantic comedy elevated by Sandler and Drew Barrymore's chemistry, with Schneider providing laughs as their eccentric assistant.
- The Waterboy (1998) - Schneider shines in his limited scenes as an obsessive overly-eager fan, complementing Sandler's manchild humor perfectly in this classic sports comedy.
- Big Daddy (1999) - Schneider makes the most of his supporting role with oddball accent and banter with Sandler, their comedic chemistry evident even in a small part.
- You Don't Mess With the Zohan (2008) - Schneider cameos memorably as an energetic cab driver in this zany politically incorrect Sandler vehicle.
- The Hot Chick (2002) - Schneider takes center stage in this ridiculous body-swap premise bolstered by Sandler's production company and cameo role.
Final Verdict
The frequent team-ups between Adam Sandler's manchild antics and Rob Schneider's peculiar energy became a reliable comedic formula across multiple decades. As a recurring part of Sandler's ensemble, Schneider produced some of the most memorable minor roles and craziest characters in modern mainstream comedies.
Though lacking in sophistication, their collaborations epitomized juvenile buddy comedy hijinks that constantly clicked with audiences. While Schneider branched out in his own starring vehicles, his and Sandler's partnership originated an anarchic humor style that shaped generations of comedies to come.
FAQs
Q: How many movies have Rob Schneider and Adam Sandler been in together?
Rob Schneider and Adam Sandler have appeared in 20 movies together over three decades from The Waterboy in 1998 to Hubie Halloween in 2020.
Q: Why did Rob Schneider stop working with Adam Sandler?
Schneider is still friends with Sandler and occasionally appears in supporting roles in his films, but wanted to prove himself with his own starring movies instead of just playing sidekicks to Sandler.
Q: How many Adam Sandler movies does Rob Schneider say 'You can do it!'?
Rob Schneider says his catchphrase 'You can do it!' in at least 7 Adam Sandler films: The Waterboy, Little Nicky, The Animal, The Hot Chick, Deuce Bigalow: European Gigolo, The Benchwarmers and You Don't Mess with the Zohan.
Q: What was Rob Schneider's first movie with Adam Sandler?
Schneider's first film appearance with Sandler was a small role as townie in Sandler's 1998 sports comedy The Waterboy. This marked the start of their prolific movie partnership.
Q: Which director worked most with Sandler and Schneider together?
Director Dennis Dugan worked with Adam Sandler and Rob Schneider together the most frequently, directing 7 of their collaborations: Big Daddy, I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, You Don't Mess with the Zohan, Grown Ups, Jack and Jill, Little Nicky and The Benchwarmers.