Happy Sassy Beautiful (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2026, Happy Sassy Beautiful is a drama and music film directed by Selma Vilhunen, running about 117 minutes.
What it’s about. Kaija Koo is one of the most popular artists in Finnish pop music and power ballads. The biopic follows Kaija Koo's journey through music and life as she navigates through her challenges and finds true freedom in her personal and professional life. From an insecure young woman, she grows into an independent and strong woman whose personal growth story, and especially the songs that emerge from it, will empower many generations.
Who’s in it. Happy Sassy Beautiful stars Oona Airola as Kaija Kokkola / Kaija Koo, Jari Virman as Markku Impiö, Maija Paunio as Kaijan äiti Annikki and Taneli Mäkelä as Kaijan isä Kalevi, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Happy Sassy Beautiful 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 Happy Sassy Beautiful page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy Sassy Beautiful tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy Sassy Beautiful (2026)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy Sassy Beautiful change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy Sassy Beautiful worth watching?
- Happy Sassy Beautiful holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Happy Sassy Beautiful?
- Happy Sassy Beautiful stars Oona Airola, Jari Virman, Maija Paunio, Taneli Mäkelä and Daniel Virtanen.
- When was Happy Sassy Beautiful released?
- Happy Sassy Beautiful was released in 2026, with a runtime of about 117 minutes.