Ode to Joy

Ode to Joy

2019 · 97 min · EN · R · 6.1 (142 votes)
Dir. Jason Winer · Starring Martin Freeman, Morena Baccarin, Jake Lacy, Melissa Rauch, Shannon Woodward, Ellis Rubin · Music Jeremy Turner

“He's never been happier. And that's the problem.”

ComedyDramaRomance

Charlie suffers from a serious disease that causes acute narcolepsy whenever he is happy. Although he develops a variety of techniques to deny himself pleasure and deal with his sleep issues, they’re put to the test when he falls in love.

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A charmingly offbeat romance that balances genuine emotional depth with a light, whimsical touch. It’s a story about finding happiness in unexpected places, even when life throws you curveballs. A truly unique and touching experience.

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