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Happiness

7.419651h 20mMovieDramaRomance

Though married to the good-natured, beautiful Thérèse, young husband and father François finds himself falling unquestioningly into an affair with an attractive postal worker. One of Agnès Varda's most provocative films, 'Le bonheur'…

DirectorAgnès Varda
WriterAgnès Varda
ProducerMag Bodard

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Cast · Directed by Agnès Varda

JDJean-Claude Drouot
Jean-Claude Drouot
François Chevalier
CD
Claire Drouot
Thérèse Chevalier
OD
Olivier Drouot
Pierrot Chevalier
SD
Sandrine Drouot
Gisou Chevalier
MBMarie-France Boyer
Marie-France Boyer
Émilie Savignard
MF
Marcelle Faure-Bertin
Bertin
ML
Manon Lanclos
Mrs. Mesquier
SSSylvia Saurel
Sylvia Saurel
Yvette Mercier
MEMarc Eyraud
Marc Eyraud
Joseph Chevalier
CR
Christian Riehl
PVPaul Vecchiali
Paul Vecchiali
Paul
YDYvonne Dany
Yvonne Dany
Wedding Guest (uncredited)

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1995 · 6.1
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Happiness — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Happiness?

Happiness is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Happiness on Netflix?

No, Happiness is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.

Is Happiness on Amazon Prime Video?

Happiness isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Happiness for free?

Happiness is available on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.