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When It Happens

7.0199845mMovieComedyDramaTV Movie

A young boy is spending the summer on his uncle's horse farm. He takes care of the sheep and plays cowboy but is suddenly drawn into the world of adults when his uncle meets the woman of his dream. The boy follows how his uncle tries to…

DirectorHrafn Gunnlaugsson
WritersHrafn Gunnlaugsson·Ari Kristinsson

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Cast · Directed by Hrafn Gunnlaugsson

PGPálmi Gestsson
Pálmi Gestsson
US
Unnur Steinsson
SV
Steinar Torfi Vilhjálmsson

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When It Happens — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams When It Happens?

When It Happens isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is When It Happens on Netflix?

No, When It Happens is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026.

Is When It Happens on Amazon Prime Video?

No, When It Happens isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch When It Happens for free?

When It Happens isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for When It Happens?

When It Happens hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around February 14, 1999. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.