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The Right to Be Happy (1916): cast, story & where to watch

1916 · Film

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Released in 1916, The Right to Be Happy is a drama film directed by Rupert Julian, running about 50 minutes.

What it’s about. Considered to be lost.

Who’s in it. The Right to Be Happy stars Rupert Julian as Ebenezer Scrooge, John Cook as Bob Cratchit, Claire McDowell as Mrs. Cratchit and Frankie Lee as Tiny Tim, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Right to Be Happy page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Right to Be Happy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Right to Be Happy (1916)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Right to Be Happy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in The Right to Be Happy?
The Right to Be Happy stars Rupert Julian, John Cook, Claire McDowell, Frankie Lee and Frankie Lee.
When was The Right to Be Happy released?
The Right to Be Happy was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.