Happy End (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2009, Happy End is a comedy, drama and science fiction film directed by Arnaud Larrieu, running about 130 minutes. “Finally free !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Robinson, appropriately named as we will soon discover, is on vacation in Biarritz with his wife. What follows is the story behind the loss of his arm, a story that becomes increasingly bizarre and eventually apocalyptic, leading us down a narrative path of labyrinthine complexity. The resulting film is an extraordinary feat of imagination and daring, set against the backdrop of a world on the verge of destruction.
Who’s in it. Happy End stars Mathieu Amalric as Robinson, Catherine Frot as Ombeline, Sergi López as Theo and Karin Viard as Chloe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Happy End 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 End page.
If you liked it. Fans of Happy End tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Happy End (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Happy End change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Happy End worth watching?
- Happy End holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Happy End?
- Happy End stars Mathieu Amalric, Catherine Frot, Sergi López, Karin Viard and Omahyra Mota.
- When was Happy End released?
- Happy End was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.