Happyend
Directed by Neo Sora · 2024 ·
Is Happyend worth watching?
Yes. Happyend (2024) earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (72%). See the 4 inputs.
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Also known as 해피엔드 昨日青春 青春末世物語 วันที่โลกสั่นไหว
🏆 1 award win · 3 nominations — Won Best Newcomer (Hayato Kurihara), Asian Film Awards 2025
Film Movement Where to watch
Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists KlikFilm in Indonesia. Check local listings for your region.
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Where to watch Happyend by country
| Country | Streaming on |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | KlikFilm |
| South Korea | Disney+ |
| Turkey | TV+ |
Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.
Why this score?
- Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (98/100).
- General viewers mostly liked it (72%).
- Metascore is generally favorable (68/100).
- Celluloid Score 77% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.
Best for
- Viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick
- Critics' darlings — stronger with reviewers than general viewers
Not ideal for
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Is Happyend worth watching?
Yes — Happyend earns a 77% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama pick. Read our full review (4.7/5).
Celluloid verdict
Neo Sora threads surveillance-state anxiety through a loose, hangout-movie friendship, letting Happyend build its political anger sideways while never losing sight of how it feels to be young and afraid of what comes next.
Kaiser Khan, Founder & Editor
Critics (98%) were notably more enthusiastic than audiences (72%).
What is Happyend about?
Set in a near-future Tokyo where the threat of a catastrophic earthquake pervades daily life, two rabble-rousing best friends are about to graduate high school....
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Critic Reviews
Happyend (2024) Review: Friendship Under Watch
★★★★½
Happyend is Neo Sora's near-future Tokyo drama about two best friends drifting apart as surveillance tightens around their school, and a quietly furious debut.
Yes. It is one of the most distinctive coming-of-age films of recent years, ideal for viewers who like political cinema that works through mood and friendship.
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Happyend: frequently asked questions
Is Happyend worth watching?
Yes. Happyend (2024) has a Celluloid Score of 77%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.
Where can I watch Happyend?
In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: KlikFilm in Indonesia; Disney+ in South Korea; TV+ in Turkey. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.
How long is Happyend?
Happyend runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
What is Happyend rated?
Happyend is rated 12A in the UK, 13+ in Indonesia, M in Australia, PG13 in Singapore and R-13 in the Philippines. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.
Who stars in Happyend?
Happyend is directed by Neo Sora and stars Hayato Kurihara, Yukito Hidaka, Yuta Hayashi, Ayumu Nakajima.
What is the Metascore for Happyend?
Metacritic's Metascore for Happyend is 68 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.
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