The Happy Ending
"Marriage is a 30 billion dollar business! And that's just to get married."
Originally released in 1969. The Happy Ending is a drama film. directed by Richard Brooks.
Starring Jean Simmons, John Forsythe, and Shirley Jones
Synopsis
When Fred asked for Mary's hand in marriage, she thought she had the happy ending she only read about in fairy tales. Now it's 16 years later; Fred has had an affair, and Mary drowns her sorrows in pills and booze, a dangerous combination that nearly resulted in her death the year before. As Mary rushes off to the Bahamas for a relaxing escape from her crumbling marriage, she reflects on the past and wonders just where it all went wrong.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 21, 1969
56 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (27 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Pax Enterprises
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Happy Ending about?
When Fred asked for Mary's hand in marriage, she thought she had the happy ending she only read about in fairy tales. Now it's 16 years later; Fred has had an affair, and Mary drowns her sorrows in...
Who directed The Happy Ending?
The Happy Ending was directed by Richard Brooks.
How long is The Happy Ending?
The Happy Ending has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was The Happy Ending released?
The Happy Ending was released on December 21, 1969 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Happy Ending?
The main cast of The Happy Ending includes Jean Simmons, John Forsythe, Shirley Jones, Lloyd Bridges, Teresa Wright.