Dynamic Watchlist Hub: May 12, 2026

10 Best Movies Like Happy Go Lucky

If you loved Happy Go Lucky, we've curated the perfect watchlist for you based on shared genres, themes, and directorial style.

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#1
CQ

CQ

2001★ 5.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

A young filmmaker in 1960s Paris juggles directing a cheesy sci-fi debacle, directing his own personal art film, coping with his crumbling relationship with his girlfriend, and a n...

#2
Wild Oats

Wild Oats

2016★ 6.2

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Everything changes for Eva when she receives an insurance settlement check accidentally made out for $5,000,000 instead of the expected $50,000. She and her best friend take the mo...

#3
Hooking Up

Hooking Up

2020★ 6.3

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

Bailey and Darla embark upon a misguided and mutually deceitful form of therapy, one in which they must drive across the country, re-enacting Darla's colorful history as a sex addi...

#4
It Runs in the Family

It Runs in the Family

2003★ 6.0

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

This is the story of a dysfunctional New York family, and their attempts to reconcile...

#5
Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets

Dr. Bird's Advice for Sad Poets

2021★ 6.9

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

In the emotionally charged, wild and humorous world of sixteen year old James Whitman, his struggle to overcome anxiety and depression involve seeking advice from Dr. Bird - a gian...

#6
About Alex

About Alex

2014★ 6.1

Why watch this? A perfect follow-up to Happy Go Lucky for fans of Comedy & Drama. It captures a similar light-hearted atmosphere.

When a group of old college friends reunite over a long weekend after one of them attempts suicide, old crushes and resentments shine light on their life decisions, and ultimately ...

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