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The Happy Ending

6.119691h 52mRMovieDrama

When Fred asked for Mary's hand in marriage, she thought she had the happy ending she only read about in fairy tales. Now it's 16 years later; Fred has had an affair, and Mary drowns her sorrows in pills and booze, a dangerous combination…

DirectorRichard Brooks
WriterRichard Brooks
ProducerRichard Brooks

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Cast · Directed by Richard Brooks

JSJean Simmons
Jean Simmons
Mary Wilson
JFJohn Forsythe
John Forsythe
Fred Wilson
SJShirley Jones
Shirley Jones
Flo Harrigan
LBLloyd Bridges
Lloyd Bridges
Sam
TWTeresa Wright
Teresa Wright
Mrs. Spencer
DSDick Shawn
Dick Shawn
Harry Bricker
NFNanette Fabray
Nanette Fabray
Agnes
BDBobby Darin
Bobby Darin
Franco
TLTina Louise
Tina Louise
Helen Bricker
KF
Kathy Fields
Marge Wilson
KSKaren Steele
Karen Steele
Divorcee
GH
Gail Hensley
Betty

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The Happy Ending — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Happy Ending?

The Happy Ending is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ and Philo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Happy Ending on Netflix?

No, The Happy Ending is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and MGM+.

Is The Happy Ending on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Happy Ending isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on fuboTV and MGM+ instead.

Where can I watch The Happy Ending for free?

The Happy Ending is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.