Happiness (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1998, Happiness is a comedy and drama film directed by Todd Solondz, running about 139 minutes. “Finding happiness can be a tragic comedy.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The lives of many individuals connected by the desire for happiness, often from sources usually considered dark or evil.
Who’s in it. Happiness stars Jane Adams as Joy Jordan, Jon Lovitz as Andy Kornbluth, Philip Seymour Hoffman as Allen and Dylan Baker as Bill Maplewood, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, Happiness has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $2.8M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Happiness page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happiness tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happiness (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happiness change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happiness worth watching?
- Happiness holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Happiness?
- Happiness stars Jane Adams, Jon Lovitz, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Dylan Baker and Evan Silverberg.
- When was Happiness released?
- Happiness was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 139 minutes.