Happy Accidents
“Sometimes the future is better than it used to be.”
Synopsis
A comedy that pays tribute to the science fiction genre -- specifically, the sub-genre of time travel. But here the alternate reality is contemporary New York City where past and future experiences of trust, commitment and denial are cleverly put to the test. Just as Ruby is beginning to relish her first-ever healthy relationship, Sam begins muttering about being a time traveler from the year 2470.
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Happy Accidents - Movie Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-12-24
Top Cast
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Marisa Tomei
Ruby Weaver
Vincent D'Onofrio
Sam Deed
Nadia Dajani
Gretchen
Tovah Feldshuh
Lillian
Richard Portnow
Trip
Sean Gullette
Mark
Cara Buono
Bette
Lianna Pai
Claire
Tamara Jenkins
Robin
José Zúñiga
Jose
Bronson Dudley
Victor
Michael McGlone
Tab
Anthony Michael Hall
Anthony Michael Hall
Holland Taylor
Therapist
Mick Weber
Floor Supervisor
Neal Huff
Artist
Sam Seder
Ned
Robert Stanton
Fetishist
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 25, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$689K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brad Anderson
- Screenplay & Story
- Brad Anderson
- Original Score
- Evan Lurie
- Original Title
- Happy Accidents
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Worldwide Gross
- $689K
- Production Studios
- IFC Productions, Accidental Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brad Anderson
Brad Anderson
Evan Lurie
Terry Stacey
Brad Anderson
Susan A. Stover, Caroline Kaplan, Jonathan Sehring, John Sloss
Department Leadership Roster
Brad Anderson
Writer
Brad Anderson
Director
Evan Lurie
Original Music Composer
Susan Block
Production Design
Susan A. Stover
Producer
Brad Anderson
Editor
Terry Stacey
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Accidents
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What is Happy Accidents about?
A comedy that pays tribute to the science fiction genre -- specifically, the sub-genre of time travel. But here the alternate reality is contemporary New York City where past and future experiences of trust, commitment and denial are cleverly put to the test. Just as Ruby is beginning to relish her first-ever healthy relationship, Sam begins muttering about being a time traveler from the year 2470.
Who directed Happy Accidents?
Happy Accidents was directed by Brad Anderson.
Who stars in Happy Accidents?
The principal cast of Happy Accidents includes Marisa Tomei, Vincent D'Onofrio, Nadia Dajani, Tovah Feldshuh, Richard Portnow.
When was Happy Accidents released and how long is it?
Happy Accidents was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
How much did Happy Accidents make at the box office?
Happy Accidents grossed $689K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Happy Accidents?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Happy Accidents was composed by Evan Lurie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Happy Accidents?
Happy Accidents holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).