Name: Happiness for Beginners
Genre: Romance, Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Released: 2023-07-23
Duration: 1 h 43 min
Cast: Ellie Kemper, Luke Grimes, Nico Santos, Blythe Danner, Ben Cook

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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.

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Directed by: Vicky Wight
Written by: Katherine Center, Vicky Wight
Produced by: Berry Meyerowitz, Vicky Wight, Geoff Linville
Music by: Robin Urdang, Vincent Oppido

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Facts

July 23, 2023 · 1 h 43 min · PG-13

Released: July 23, 2023
Runtime: 1 h 43 min
Age rating: PG-13
Genres: Romance, Adventure, Comedy, Drama
Original language: English
Also spoken: Italian
Made in: United States
Available in: 131 countries

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Where can I stream Happiness for Beginners?

Netflix

In the United States, Happiness for Beginners streams on Netflix. It also streams in 130 other countries.

Is Happiness for Beginners worth watching?

47

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 35%, and Metacritic 48). Audiences rate it higher (52 out of 100) than critics (42).

Is Happiness for Beginners okay for kids?

PG-13

Yes: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will Happiness for Beginners make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Happiness for Beginners good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 7 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.