Discussing Happy Gilmore 2, House of the Dragon S2, Jackpot, & Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

Send us Fan MailHey Scripties!  Welcome to Season 2, Episode 10 of *Scripts and Screens*! We’re thrilled to kick off this episode with some exciting news—it's official, *Happy Gilmore 2* is happening! The original film from 1996 is getting a sequel, and guess what? Travis Kelsey is set to join the cast. We dive into our thoughts and excitement for this unexpected but welcome sequel. Next up, our Viewer’s and Listener’s Recommended Watch takes us into the fiery world of *House of the Dragon*. We recap Season 1, discussing this *Game of Thrones* prequel that’s packed with family traditions, power struggles, and yes—incest. We debate the dynamics of dating a best friend’s parent, and dive into the burning question: Is Alicent the true villain, or is it Rhaenyra? Plus, we speculate on what’s to come in Season 2, including who might end up sitting on the Iron Throne. Our first Pot and Plot pick is *Jackpot*, streaming now on Prime. In this futuristic thriller, a grand lottery in California has a deadly twist—you must kill the winner before sundown to legally claim their multi-billion dollar jackpot. We explore the film's similarities to *The Purge* and discuss whether we’d ever participate in such a twisted game. We also take a nostalgic detour, reminiscing about our childhood Hollywood dreams of starring on Nickelodeon or Disney Channel. Finally, we dive into *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood*, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt. This Quentin Tarantino drama takes us back to 1960s Hollywood, following the life of actor Rick Dalton as he struggles to maintain his fame and fortune. We discuss the film’s depiction of Rick’s friendship with his stunt double, Cliff Booth, and the looming presence of Roman Polanski and Sharon Tate. How does this film compare to Tarantino’s other works? Did we enjoy the ride, and what do we think is the movie’s biggest premise? Join us for a packed episode full of movie news, deep dives, and a touch of nostalgia. See you next time, Scripties! As always thank you so much for listening! Don't forget to let us know what we should watch next.