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Happiness for Beginners

2023 · 1h 43m · Released

PG-13 Romance, Adventure, Comedy, Drama

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.

Read the book by Katherine Center

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.1 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Happiness for Beginners

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix.

Netflix

Trailer

Official Trailer

Top cast and crew

VW Vicky Wight Director
Ellie Kemper Helen Carpenter
Luke Grimes Jake
Nico Santos Hugh
Blythe Danner Gigi
Ben Cook Beckett
Shayvawn Webster Windy
Julia Shiplett Sue
Gus Birney Kaylee
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Frequently asked questions about Happiness for Beginners

Where can I watch Happiness for Beginners in the United States?

Happiness for Beginners is available to stream on Netflix in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Happiness for Beginners on Netflix?

Yes. Happiness for Beginners is streaming on Netflix in the United States.

Can I watch Happiness for Beginners for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Happiness for Beginners needs a subscription to Netflix.

What are the ratings for Happiness for Beginners?

Happiness for Beginners scores 6.1 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Happiness for Beginners?

Happiness for Beginners stars Ellie Kemper, Luke Grimes, Nico Santos, Blythe Danner, and Ben Cook. Vicky Wight is the director.

How long is Happiness for Beginners?

Happiness for Beginners runs 1h 43m (103 minutes).

When did Happiness for Beginners come out?

Happiness for Beginners was released on July 23, 2023.

Which studio made Happiness for Beginners?

Happiness for Beginners was produced by Cranetown Media and Synthetic Cinema International in the United States.

What languages is Happiness for Beginners in?

Happiness for Beginners is in English and Italian, and its original language is English.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.

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