Buds was anticipated to be the comedy hit for Netflix in 2025, but it turns out the announcement was a prank from a notorious Facebook hoaxster. The rumored series was set to feature the dynamic duo of Adam Sandler and Jim Carrey, a pairing that had fans buzzing. Both actors are titans of the comedy genre, and while Carrey is often regarded as the more iconic figure due to his venture into drama early in his career, Sandler’s consistent comedic performances keep him in the limelight. This collaborative project seemed like a dream come true, yet it remains unfulfilled.
Interestingly, despite their immense fame and Sandler’s history of collaborating with fellow comedians, neither actor has ever appeared together on-screen. Many speculated that Netflix, with its history of attracting big names even for lackluster productions, would be the perfect platform for such a project. The streaming giant just recently allocated a staggering $320 million for The Electric State, so the prospect of funding a Carrey-Sandler partnership didn’t seem far-fetched.
The Buds Netflix Series Poster Is a Fabrication: No Official Confirmation
Facebook Prank Page Sparks Unfounded Excitement
The seed of the Buds rumor originated from a Facebook post by @YODA_BBY_ABY, a known prank page. On February 6, 2025, they shared a fabricated AI-generated image of Sandler and Carrey enjoying coffee together, complete with a whimsical movie title above them made from marijuana leaves—playing on the double meaning of “buds.”
The post’s caption claimed:
“NEW COMEDY SERIES!!! ADAM AND JIM!!!
Coming to Netflix in June 2025, it’s BUDS – the comedy series where Jim Carrey as Jim Harris and Adam Sandler as Adam Klein, two lifelong buds, turn their dreams into green reality by opening The Giggle Garden in the heart of NYC. Follow these two as they navigate the wild, wacky world of legal green, dealing with city life’s unique challenges, from battling regulations to outsmarting rivals, all while keeping the laughs coming. It’s 10 episodes of pure, uncut comedy – don’t miss it, only on Netflix.
Not Real. For entertainment purposes only.”
Unfortunately, it appears that many users overlooked the disclaimer, as the comments suggest a widespread belief that Buds is a legitimate upcoming series. Additionally, one dubious source speculated an extravagant $800 million budget for the supposed project, a figure likely exaggerated from various reposts (via SoapCentral). The prank page smartly kept details vague, reducing the chance of scrutiny.
Regrettably for fans of comedy and these stars, there has been no actual discourse regarding a collaboration from either Sandler, Carrey, or Netflix. The likelihood of Netflix investing $800 million in a 10-episode series seems implausible, especially considering this budget would surpass even that of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power. Such a financial commitment for a series seems an unlikely venture for Netflix, making the reported budget appear exaggerated.
Prospects for an Adam Sandler & Jim Carrey Collaboration Appear Grim
Carrey and Sandler Pursue Individual Projects
It’s easy to see why the concept of this miniseries garnered so much attention; at face value, it seemed plausible. Adam Sandler does maintain a substantial multi-picture deal with Netflix, which could theoretically include a comedy series. However, the reality of such a project materializing remains highly unlikely. Carrey previously mentioned his retirement in 2022 and, while he hasn’t fully disappeared from public view, his focus seems to remain on the Sonic franchise.
Although Jim Carrey’s recent endeavors have been primarily within the Sonic universe, he is also attached to upcoming films like *Evergreen Pines* and *Fading Summer*. Meanwhile, Sandler shows no sign of slowing down, with three films in the pipeline, including *Happy Gilmore 3*, *Jay Kelly*, and an untitled project with the Safdie brothers. Presently, their schedules are packed, and there is no indication that Buds is anything more than a fanciful rumor.