
Happy Days
Synopsis
An adaptation of Samuel Beckett's absurdist drama. An ordinary woman lives her humdrum life half-buried in a pile of dirt; her husband is partially visible behind her. She goes through her daily routines, ever hopeful that this is going to be a happy day.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Patricia Rozema
- Screenplay & Story
- Samuel Beckett
- Original Title
- Happy Days
- Country of Origin
- Ireland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- Tyrone Productions, Blue Angels Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Patricia Rozema
Samuel Beckett
André Pienaar
Department Leadership Roster
Patricia Rozema
Director
Samuel Beckett
Writer
André Pienaar
Director of Photography
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Beckett on Film (2000) project
Titles from and related to the "Beckett on Film" (2000) project: '19 Films X 19 Directors'. +documentary: "Check the Gate: Putting Beckett on Film". +US broadcast series (featuring 8 of the films): "Stage on Screen: Beckett on Film". ______________________________________________________________________ Forums, for all links+info: [link here](https://images4.imagebam.com/20/dc/0d/ME1CEVOC_o.jpg) (or see link in title comment "Catastrophe")
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Frequently Asked Questions About Happy Days
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Happy Days about?
An adaptation of Samuel Beckett's absurdist drama. An ordinary woman lives her humdrum life half-buried in a pile of dirt; her husband is partially visible behind her. She goes through her daily routines, ever hopeful that this is going to be a happy day.
Who directed Happy Days?
Happy Days was directed by Patricia Rozema.
Who stars in Happy Days?
The principal cast of Happy Days includes Rosaleen Linehan, Richard Johnson.
When was Happy Days released and how long is it?
Happy Days was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.



















