How The Cossack Sought Happiness (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1969, How The Cossack Sought Happiness is an animation film directed by Volodymyr Dakhno.
What it’s about. A Cossack wandered in search of a better life, and his lifelong dream was a fast and beautiful horse. He had to meet him on the way a fortune-teller and a swamp waterman, which traded a horseshoe to a bunch of red peppers with the Cossack; and he had to beat the devil in cards and eventually find peace of mind in the family life with a beautiful Ukrainian girl.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, How The Cossack Sought Happiness has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch How The Cossack Sought Happiness page.
If you liked it. Fans of How The Cossack Sought Happiness tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Your Name., Grave of the Fireflies and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch How The Cossack Sought Happiness (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for How The Cossack Sought Happiness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is How The Cossack Sought Happiness worth watching?
- How The Cossack Sought Happiness holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was How The Cossack Sought Happiness released?
- How The Cossack Sought Happiness was released in 1969.