Happy-Go-Lucky (2008)

The one movie this fall that will put a smile on your face.

Happy-Go-Lucky (2008) poster

A look at a few chapters in the life of Poppy, a cheery, colorful, North London schoolteacher whose optimism tends to exasperate those around her.

Director: Mike Leigh
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 118 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Music: Gary Yershon
Cinematography: Dick Pope
Editing: Jim Clark
Production: Summit Entertainment, Ingenious Film Partners, Film4 Productions, UK Film Council, Thin Man Films
Country: United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $4M
Box Office: $19M
Original Language: en

Themes

Platonic Soulmates and Friendship, Friendship and Bonds, Sibling Rivalry and Bitterness

Keywords

london, england, homeless person, strong woman, optimism, cohabitant, female friendship, bicycle, fortune cookie, sister, flamenco

Trailer

Happy-Go-Lucky Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Happy-Go-Lucky about?
A look at a few chapters in the life of Poppy, a cheery, colorful, North London schoolteacher whose optimism tends to exasperate those around her.
Who directed Happy-Go-Lucky?
Happy-Go-Lucky was directed by Mike Leigh.
Who stars in Happy-Go-Lucky?
Happy-Go-Lucky stars Sally Hawkins, Eddie Marsan, Alexis Zegerman, Sylvestra Le Touzel, Stanley Townsend, Kate O'Flynn.
How long is Happy-Go-Lucky?
Happy-Go-Lucky has a runtime of 1h 58m (118 minutes).
What genre is Happy-Go-Lucky?
Happy-Go-Lucky is a Comedy, Drama film.
What is the budget of Happy-Go-Lucky?
Happy-Go-Lucky had a budget of $4M.
How much did Happy-Go-Lucky gross?
Happy-Go-Lucky grossed $19M worldwide.
Where was Happy-Go-Lucky produced?
Happy-Go-Lucky was produced in United Kingdom, United States of America.
What are the themes of Happy-Go-Lucky?
The themes of Happy-Go-Lucky include: Platonic Soulmates and Friendship, Friendship and Bonds, Sibling Rivalry and Bitterness.