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Happiness for Beginners

6.120231h 43mPG-13MovieRomanceAdventureComedy

At a crossroads after her divorce, a schoolteacher ventures toward a fresh start in life — and love — when she signs up for a grueling group hiking trip.

DirectorVicky Wight
WriterVicky Wight
ProducersVicky Wight·Geoff Linville

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NetflixNetflixNetflix Standard with AdsNetflix Standard with Ads
Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Vicky Wight

EKEllie Kemper
Ellie Kemper
Helen Carpenter
LGLuke Grimes
Luke Grimes
Jake
NSNico Santos
Nico Santos
Hugh
BDBlythe Danner
Blythe Danner
Gigi
BCBen Cook
Ben Cook
Beckett
SWShayvawn Webster
Shayvawn Webster
Windy
JSJulia Shiplett
Julia Shiplett
Sue
GBGus Birney
Gus Birney
Kaylee
EBEsteban Benito
Esteban Benito
Mason
AKAlexander Koch
Alexander Koch
Duncan
AWAaron Roman Weiner
Aaron Roman Weiner
Mike
MN
Mary Neely
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Happiness for Beginners — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Happiness for Beginners?

Happiness for Beginners is streaming on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia.

Is Happiness for Beginners on Netflix?

Yes — Happiness for Beginners is available on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is Happiness for Beginners on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Happiness for Beginners isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now. It's on Netflix and Netflix Standard instead.

Where can I watch Happiness for Beginners for free?

Happiness for Beginners is available on Netflix and Netflix Standard in Australia, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.