Long before Adam Sandler became known for acclaimed performances in movies like Uncut Gems and Hustle, he was making audiences laugh with one of the biggest sports comedies of the 1990s.
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The Waterboy is now streaming for free on Tubi, giving fans another chance to revisit the 1998 hit that became one of Sandler's biggest early box office successes.
Sandler stars as Bobby Boucher, a shy, soft-spoken water boy whose life changes when he discovers he has an incredible talent for tackling football players. Recruited by the struggling South Central Louisiana State University Mud Dogs, Bobby quickly transforms from the team's water boy into its biggest star.
The film also features Kathy Bates as Bobby's overprotective mother, Henry Winkler as lovable coach Klein and Fairuza Balk as Bobby's rebellious love interest, Vicki Vallencourt.
When The Waterboy hit theaters, critics weren't exactly impressed. The comedy earned a 32% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes, with many reviewers dismissing its over-the-top humor.
Moviegoers felt much differently.
Audiences embraced the film, helping it earn more than $190 million worldwide against a reported $23 million budget. It also holds a much stronger audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, showing the comedy has remained a fan favorite despite the critical reviews.
More than 25 years later, The Waterboy is still packed with memorable quotes, outrageous football action and the goofy charm that helped make Sandler one of Hollywood's biggest comedy stars.
If you're looking for an easy laugh or simply want to revisit one of the most quotable sports comedies ever made, The Waterboy is now just a click away on Tubi.
