The Road to Happiness (1918): cast, story & where to watch
1918 · Film
Released in 1918, The Road to Happiness is a drama film directed by Holger-Madsen, running about 28 minutes.
What it’s about. Peter Niemand, a blacksmith by trade, is prone to drink and has something of a bad reputation with his comrades and his employer alike. One day, the factory owner is finally fed up with the lazy worker, giving him one last chance to change his ways. If not, he will be fired. Seized by a fierce desire for revenge, Niemand decides to burn down the factory. But before he can put his plans into action, he falls asleep, and in his dream he sees himself in the place of his employer. Can these visions help make Peter Niemand a better person? (stumfilm.dk)
Who’s in it. The Road to Happiness stars Wilhelm Birch as The Wanderer, Tronier Funder as Factory Smith, Erik Holberg as Krause, Factory Owner and Valdemar Psilander as Peter Niemand, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Road to Happiness page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Road to Happiness tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Road to Happiness (1918)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Road to Happiness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Road to Happiness?
- The Road to Happiness stars Wilhelm Birch, Tronier Funder, Erik Holberg, Valdemar Psilander and Ebba Thomsen.
- When was The Road to Happiness released?
- The Road to Happiness was released in 1918, with a runtime of about 28 minutes.