Happening
2021, French. Directed by Audrey Diwan.
France, 1963. Anne is a bright young student with a promising future ahead of her. But when she falls pregnant, she sees the opportunity to finish her studies and escape the constraints of her social background disappearing. With her final exams fast approaching and her belly growing, Anne resolves to act, even if she has to confront shame and pain, even if she must risk prison to do so.
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- R
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Worth the Hype
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7.2/10 from 535 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Happening
Happening is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India.
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Cast & crew
- Audrey DiwanDirector
- Anamaria VartolomeiAnne Duchesne
- Kacey Mottet KleinJean
- Luàna BajramiHélène
- Louise Orry-DiquéroBrigitte
- Pio MarmaïPr. Bornec
- Sandrine BonnaireGabrielle Duchesne
- Cyril MetzgerGaspard
- Anna MouglalisMadame Rivière
- Fabrizio RongioneDr. Ravinsky
- Julien FrisonMaxime
- Alice de LencquesaingLaëtitia
- François LoriquetDr. Guimet
Details
- Released
- 4 November 2021
- Original title
- L'Événement
- Country
- France
- Written by
- Marcia Romano, Audrey Diwan
- Box office
- $172K
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What Happening is based on
Happening is based on Happening (2000) by Annie Ernaux.
2000
Happening
By Annie Ernaux
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Happening: quick answers
Is Happening worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 535 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Happening?
Happening runs 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Does Happening have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Happening. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Happening parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Happening is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Happening on?
Happening is streaming on Philo, AMC Plus, and Sundance Now in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Happening?
If you liked Happening, try Story of Women, Vera Drake, Unplanned.
Who directed Happening?
Happening (2021) was directed by Audrey Diwan and stars Anamaria Vartolomei, Kacey Mottet Klein, Luàna Bajrami.
What is Happening based on?
Happening is based on Happening (2000) by Annie Ernaux.