
Happy
- Documentary
Happy is a 2011 feature documentary film directed, written, and co-produced by Roko Belic. It explores human happiness through interviews with people from all walks of life in 14 different countries, weaving in the newest findings of positive psychology. Director Roko Belic was originally inspired to create the film after producer/director Tom Shadyac (Liar, Liar, Patch Adams, Bruce Almighty) showed him an article in the New York Times entitled "A New Measure of Well Being From a Happy Little Kingdom". The article ranks the United States as the 23rd happiest country in the world. Shadyac then suggested that Belic make a documentary about happiness. Belic spent several years interviewing over 20 people, ranging from leading happiness researchers to a rickshaw driver in Kolkatta, a family living in a "co-housing community" in Denmark, a woman who was run over by a truck, a Cajun fisherman, and more.
Happy is a 2011 documentary that explores what makes people happy across 14 countries. Directed by Roko Belic and inspired by producer Tom Shadyac, the film combines personal interviews with findings from positive psychology to uncover the roots of human wellbeing.
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Top cast
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- Ed DienerSelf
- Daniel GilbertSelf
- Tim KasserSelf
- Sonja LyubomirskySelf
- Nic MarksSelf

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When was Happy released?
Happy was released on February 11, 2012.
Who directed Happy?
Happy was directed, written, and co-produced by Roko Belic, with Tom Shadyac serving as a producer and director.
What does Happy explore?
The documentary interviews people from diverse backgrounds across 14 countries—including happiness researchers, a rickshaw driver, a fisherman, and others—while weaving in insights from positive psychology research.
Where can I watch Happy?
Happy has been released and is available on various streaming and rental platforms; check your local streaming services or rental sites for current availability.
















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