Is Buds a real series on Netflix? Rumors about the supposed show starring Adam Sandler & Jim Carrey explored

A viral Facebook post got comedy enthusiasts buzzing and a bit bewildered by suggesting that Adam Sandler and Jim Carrey would be co-stars in a new Netflix show named Buds. The post, shared by YODA BBY ABY on February 6, 2025, described Buds as a ten-episode series about two pals launching a cannabis business in New York City. The excitement grew so much that it got over 308K likes, 28K comments, and 74K shares, and turned into a wildfire of speculation!

Now, even though the post itself admitted that the show Buds is "not real" and purely meant for entertainment, it didn't stop people from wondering if there could be a grain of truth to what seems like an AI-generated movie poster.

Some fans, like Taylor Stockam, couldn't hide their anticipation, posting,

"Literally my two favorite comedy actors. This better be good."

On the flip side, folks like Meaghan Rider were skeptical, saying,

"Netflix can't afford both of these characters at the same time. They on a budget."

The post also said that Sandler and Carrey had signed a $800 million deal with Netflix. But there's no official word from Netflix confirming Buds or any such deal. So, while it's fun to imagine the laughs we could get from a show like this, it looks like for now, it's just someone's imagination!

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What sparked the rumor that Buds is a new Netflix show?

The rumor concerning Buds probably became popular because of a few main reasons: the way social media can spread things like wildfire, the increasing trend of big-name actors working with streaming services, and the excitement of a potential pairing between Adam Sandler and Jim Carrey.

Over the last decade, Adam Sandler has built a strong bond with Netflix by signing multiple agreements to make several movies with them, with one of those deals being worth a whopping $250 million in 2020. His movies on the platform, such as Murder Mystery and Hustle, have been successful.

On the flip side, Jim Carrey has been more picky with his roles in recent times.

In 2022, he even told Access Hollywood that he was retiring, saying,

"I have enough. I’ve done enough. I am enough".

But, he went back to work for Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which made fans wonder if he might change his mind about retirement for the right opportunity.

This is why when Lillie Silver heard the rumor, she commented,

"Jim already said he was retiring and came back for Sonic. Idk if he wants to keep creating but I highly doubt it."

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Could the Buds show ever become a reality?

While Buds is only a figment of the internet's imagination right now, the buzz it's creating suggests that people want to see Adam Sandler and Jim Carrey team up. Netflix has a knack for turning fan dreams into actual shows, just look at Cobra Kai, which started as a love letter from Karate Kid fans!

With Sandler being a Netflix regular and the crowd eager for this kind of giggle fest, it's not too wild to think the streaming giant might cook up a similar series down the line. As for any official news from Netflix, Sandler, or Carrey about Buds becoming a real thing, it's crickets right now.

But if they ever decide to give the green light to this comedic duo, it'd be the talk of the town and a must-watch for laugh enthusiasts everywhere.

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In the meantime, Sandler fans can get their fix with his recent Netflix hits like Leo, and You Are So Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah. And if you're more into Carrey's antics, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is on Paramount+.

SoapCentral is keeping its fingers crossed though!