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The Happening (2008), directed by M. Night Shyamalan, is a thriller film and is available to stream on 4 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 5.0/10 and 17% on Rotten Tomatoes from 3,920 ratings, it has divided audience opinion. Released in 2008, it's a 2000s thriller that continues to find new audiences through streaming.
The film stars Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel, and John Leguizamo. At 90 minutes, it's easy to fit into a single evening. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
The Happening isn't currently included with any US streaming subscription, but it's available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with The Poseidon Adventure and Die Hard, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — The Happening isn't currently streaming on Netflix in the US.
- The Happening isn't currently included with a US streaming subscription. It may be available to rent or buy.
- No — The Happening isn't currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- No — The Happening isn't currently free to stream in the US.
- The Happening runs 1h 30m (90 minutes total).
- IMDb 5.0/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 17% · Metacritic 34/100.
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