The Happening (2008)
The Happening is a 2008 thriller movie directed by M. Night Shyamalan, with a running time of 1h 30m. It stars Mark Wahlberg, Zooey Deschanel and John Leguizamo.
When a deadly airborne virus threatens to wipe out the northeastern United States, teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma flee from contaminated cities into the countryside in a fight to discover the truth. Is it terrorism, the accidental release of some toxic military bio weapon -- or something even more sinister?
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What is The Happening about?
When a deadly airborne virus threatens to wipe out the northeastern United States, teacher Elliot Moore and his wife Alma flee from contaminated cities into the countryside in a fight to discover the truth. Is it terrorism, the accidental release of some toxic military bio weapon -- or something even more sinister?
When was The Happening released?
The Happening was released on 11 June 2008.
How long is The Happening?
The Happening runs 1h 30m.
Who made The Happening?
The Happening was directed by M. Night Shyamalan.
Where can I watch The Happening?
The Happening is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Happening
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Mark Wahlberg as Elliot Moore
- Zooey Deschanel as Alma Moore
- John Leguizamo as Julian
- Ashlyn Sanchez as Jess
- Betty Buckley as Mrs. Jones
- Spencer Breslin as Josh
- Robert Bailey Jr. as Jared
- Frank Collison as Nursery Owner
- Jeremy Strong as Private Auster
- Alan Ruck as Principal
- Victoria Clark as Nursery Owner's Wife
- M. Night Shyamalan as Joey (voice)
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