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Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness

7.620001 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Alain de Botton's psychobabble-free self-help course for the philosophically minded.

DirectorCelia Lowenstein
WriterAlain de Botton
ProducersRoy Ackerman·Neil Crombie

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Not available in United States
Streaming in 2 other countries

Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness isn't on any streaming service in United States right now, but it's available in Ireland, United Kingdom. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Seneca on Anger
Mar 26, 2000
E2
Schopenhauer on Love
Apr 2, 2000
E3
Epicurus on Happiness
Apr 9, 2000
E4
Montaigne on Self-Esteem
Apr 16, 2000
E5
Socrates on Self-Confidence
Apr 30, 2000
E6
Nietzsche on Hardship
May 7, 2000

Cast · Directed by Celia Lowenstein

ABAlain de Botton
Alain de Botton
Himself

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Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness — streaming FAQ

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Is Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness on Netflix?

No, Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026.

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Where can I watch Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness for free?

Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness isn't streaming in United States yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

How many seasons are in Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness?

Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2000.

Are all episodes of Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness?

No — Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.