Happiness is a Sad Song (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 2004, Happiness is a Sad Song is a drama film directed by François Delisle, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. The disjointed story of Anne-Marie, an unemployed publicist pounding the pavement in Montreal with her mini-cam, collecting testimonials on the subject of happiness. She meets a medley of characters whom she engages in engrossing, thought-provoking discussions.
Who’s in it. Happiness is a Sad Song stars Joseph Bellerose as passant, Anne-Marie Cadieux as Anne-Marie, Frédérick de Grandpré as Pascal and Boucar Diouf, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Happiness is a Sad Song has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Happiness is a Sad Song page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happiness is a Sad Song tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happiness is a Sad Song (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happiness is a Sad Song change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happiness is a Sad Song worth watching?
- Happiness is a Sad Song holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Happiness is a Sad Song?
- Happiness is a Sad Song stars Joseph Bellerose, Anne-Marie Cadieux, Frédérick de Grandpré, Boucar Diouf and Micheline Lanctôt.
- When was Happiness is a Sad Song released?
- Happiness is a Sad Song was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.
