The Happiness (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film
Released in 2006, The Happiness is a drama film directed by Masahiro Kobayashi, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. the story of a vagrant (Ishibashi) who arrives in a town in Hokkaido. With only a threadbare suit, an old pair of sneakers and a bag containing all his worldly possessions the proprietors of a local convenince store (played by Jun Murakami and Akemi Sakurai) taske pity on the man and bring him in.
Who’s in it. The Happiness stars Ryo Ishibashi, Akemi Sakurai, Jun Murakami and Misato Tachibana, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Happiness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Happiness tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Happiness (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Happiness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Happiness?
- The Happiness stars Ryo Ishibashi, Akemi Sakurai, Jun Murakami, Misato Tachibana and Akira Emoto.
- When was The Happiness released?
- The Happiness was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.