Happy Ending (2018): cast, story & where to watch
2018 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2018, Happy Ending is a comedy film directed by Hella Joof, running about 96 minutes.
What it’s about. Helle has been waiting forever for her workaholic husband Peter to retire, so they can enjoy the autumn of their life together. She really wants to travel and explore the world with him – but when Peter comes home from his last day at work, life takes a surprisingly new turn, as he has a big surprise for her; he is pursuing a new career as a wine importer and has invested all their savings in an exclusive vineyard in Austria! Helle and Peter split up and they each set out on a blazing journey of discovery, filled with new opportunities, problems and dreams… But can you start over after 50 years of marriage? And can you live without each other after all?
Who’s in it. Happy Ending stars Charlotte Sieling as Trine, Kurt Ravn as Peter, Birthe Neumann as Helle and Diem Camille Gbogou, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Happy Ending has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Happy Ending page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy Ending tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy Ending (2018)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy Ending change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy Ending worth watching?
- Happy Ending holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Happy Ending?
- Happy Ending stars Charlotte Sieling, Kurt Ravn, Birthe Neumann, Diem Camille Gbogou and Marianne Høgsbro.
- When was Happy Ending released?
- Happy Ending was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.