Happy Birthday (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2024, Happy Birthday is a drama film directed by Jammal Lemy, running about 16 minutes.
What it’s about. HAPPY BIRTHDAY follows Craig Smith, a young man grappling with trauma and grief - embodied in the form of a red backpack. Despite his efforts to rid himself of his hurt, the backpack keeps reappearing in his life. But when an advertisement for Hertz Pawn Emporium, a shop that buys trauma, comes on his TV, he finds a possible solution to forget it all. As he navigates his memories and emotions, Craig's journey culminates in a surprising confrontation that leads to a mix of release and acceptance, revealing the complexities of healing and letting go.
Who’s in it. Happy Birthday stars Bentley Green as Craig Smith, Robert Pine as Al Hertz, Patrick J. Adams as Sam Hertz and Manju Bangalore as Happy Customer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Happy Birthday sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Happy Birthday page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy Birthday tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy Birthday (2024)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy Birthday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy Birthday worth watching?
- Happy Birthday holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Happy Birthday?
- Happy Birthday stars Bentley Green, Robert Pine, Patrick J. Adams, Manju Bangalore and Angela Meryl.
- When was Happy Birthday released?
- Happy Birthday was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 16 minutes.