Over a decade has passed since the last installment of the Grown Ups series, and despite the long silence, the idea of Grown Ups 3 still warms fans’ hearts. The original films, released in 2010 and 2013, were beloved for their light-hearted humor and portrayals of lifelong friendships, and even though critics panned them, audiences responded enthusiastically.
Recently, Kevin James—one of the franchise’s core cast members—kindled fresh hope by revealing that “conversations have taken place” regarding a third film, urging fans to “keep hope alive” and hinting that “something’s happening” behind the scenes. Around the same time, Adam Sandler echoed a similar tone, admitting he’d “heard chatter” and agreed that “it would be fun,” though he didn’t offer specifics. While these comments are encouraging, nothing has officially been greenlit or scheduled for production.
This tentative buzz follows earlier speculation and even fan-made content. In 2019, writer Tom Scharpling shared an unofficial script widely circulated online, prompting reactions ranging from intrigue to amusement. Some fans praised its creativity, while others dismissed it as just a fun side project. Another version of a speculative narrative even reimagines Grown Ups 3 as a meta-comedy slasher—blending the cast’s self-awareness with absurd humor.
Despite the absence of a formal announcement, the characters and themes that anchored the first two films—friendship in midlife, nostalgia, and the absurdities of growing older—still have a place in the hearts of fans. The franchise’s enduring online presence and loyal streaming viewership suggest that a reunion wouldn’t just be a commercial move—it would resonate emotionally.
If Grown Ups 3 does move forward, insiders suggest an earliest release window could fall in late 2026 or even 2027. Until then, supporters of the series are left clinging to fragmentary updates, hopeful that one day they’ll see their favorite group of friends back together, laughing, teasing, and perhaps confronting life’s new challenges—just as before.
