Happiness (1965): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Happiness
Director: Agnès Varda
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1965
Duration: 80 min
Cast: Jean-Claude Drouot, Claire Drouot, Olivier Drouot, Sandrine Drouot, Marie-France Boyer

What Happiness Is About

Though married to the good-natured, beautiful Thérèse, young husband and father François finds himself falling unquestioningly into an affair with an attractive postal worker. One of Agnès Varda's most provocative films, 'Le bonheur' examines, with a deceptively cheery palette and the spirited strains of Mozart, the ideas of fidelity and happiness in a modern, self-centered world.

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What is Happiness about?

Though married to the good-natured, beautiful Thérèse, young husband and father François finds himself falling unquestioningly into an affair with an attractive postal worker. One of Agnès Varda's most provocative films, 'Le bonheur' examines, with a deceptively cheery palette and the spirited strains of Mozart, the ideas of fidelity and happiness in a modern, self-centered world.

Where can I watch Happiness?

Happiness is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Happiness?

Happiness runs for 80 minutes (1h 20m).

When did Happiness come out?

Happiness was released in 1965.

Who directed Happiness?

Happiness was directed by Agnès Varda.

Who stars in Happiness?

Happiness stars Jean-Claude Drouot, Claire Drouot, Olivier Drouot, Sandrine Drouot.

What is Happiness's rating?

Happiness holds 7.6/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 77 out of 100.