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Terribly Happy

2008·Movie
1h 30min
73
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High energy, immersive world, light on feelings.

Energy

Nerve-racking and violent

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Violence7
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics4

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3

World

Crime, everyday modern life, and mystery

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Ambiguity7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting8

Style

Standout cinematography

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

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About

Robert Hansen, 34, a young police officer from Copenhagen, is transferred against his will to the small town of Skarrild in Southern Jutland as a substitute Marshall. The transfer is Robert’s chance to start over. Whether he is allowed to return to his job in Copenhagen, all depends on how well he performs in this frontier town.
Nordic NoirRural ThrillerPsychological DramaMoral AmbiguityBleak AtmosphereSocial DecaySmall-Town SecretsCharacter-DrivenDarkly Humorous

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Terribly Happy legally?

Terribly Happy is included with a subscription to OVID in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Terribly Happy worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 74). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Terribly Happy rated?

ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Terribly Happy?

1 h 30 min

Terribly Happy runs 1 h 30 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Terribly Happy?

Critics81
Audiences69

Not quite. Critics rate Terribly Happy higher (81) than audiences (69). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Terribly Happy in?

Danish

It was made in Danish. Produced in Denmark.

In how many countries can I watch Terribly Happy?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Terribly Happy in 36 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.