Shortcut to Happiness
2007, English. Directed by Alec Baldwin.
The devil is in the details.
In Manhattan, the aspirant writer Jabez Stone is a complete loser: he is not able to sell his novels, he lives in a lousy apartment and he does not have success with women. When one of his friends Julius Jenson sells his novel for US$ 190,000.00 to an editor, Jabez fells envy and promises to sell his soul to the devil for success and accidentally kills a woman with his typing machine. The Devil knocks on his door, fixes the situation and seals a contract with Jabez. His low quality novels have bad reviews but become best-sellers; Jabez enriches; has success with women, but has no time for his friends. Jabez meets with the publisher Daniel Webster who offers him a chance to break the contract with the devil.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Shortcut to Happiness is streaming on Howdy in India.
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Cast & crew
- Alec BaldwinDirector
- Alec BaldwinBez Stone
- Jennifer Love HewittThe Devil
- Anthony HopkinsDaniel Webster
- Dan AykroydJulius Jensen
- Kim CattrallConstance Hurry
- Barry MillerMike Weiss
- Amy PoehlerMolly Gilchrest
- Midori NakamuraKee
- Mike DoyleLuke
- Gregg BelloRick Fusco
- Peter MaloneyJohn Hardy
- Kelly MealiaWoman at Elaine's
Details
- Released
- 13 July 2007
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Dexter, Nancy Cassaro, Bill Condon
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What Shortcut to Happiness is based on
Shortcut to Happiness is based on The Devil and Daniel Webster (1937) by Stephen Vincent Benét, published by Farrar & Rinehart.
1937
The Devil and Daniel Webster
By Stephen Vincent Benét
Published by Farrar & Rinehart
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Shortcut to Happiness: quick answers
Is Shortcut to Happiness worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.6/10 from 198 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Shortcut to Happiness?
Shortcut to Happiness runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Shortcut to Happiness have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Shortcut to Happiness. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Shortcut to Happiness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Shortcut to Happiness is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Shortcut to Happiness on?
Shortcut to Happiness is streaming on Howdy in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Shortcut to Happiness?
If you liked Shortcut to Happiness, try Jo Jo Dancer, Your Life Is Calling, The Nines, Tenacious D in The Pick of Destiny.
Who directed Shortcut to Happiness?
Shortcut to Happiness (2007) was directed by Alec Baldwin and stars Alec Baldwin, Jennifer Love Hewitt, Anthony Hopkins.
What is Shortcut to Happiness based on?
Shortcut to Happiness is based on The Devil and Daniel Webster (1937) by Stephen Vincent Benét, published by Farrar & Rinehart.