Movies like Happy Tears

A holiday gathering brings out family secrets and complex relationships in The Family Stone. Audiences who enjoyed the family interactions and character-driven storytelling in Happy Tears will likely find similar charm and warmth in this film.

Little Miss Sunshine is a road-trip comedy-drama that showcases the quirks and challenges of a dysfunctional family. Much like Happy Tears, it cleverly combines humor with emotional moments, resulting in a touching narrative about what it means to be a family.

In Rachel Getting Married, a young woman who has been in and out of rehab for the past ten years returns home for her sister's wedding, bringing a history of personal struggles and family tensions to the surface. Like Happy Tears, this movie offers a candid and emotional look at family and forgiveness.

This film delves into the complex dynamics of a modern family when the children of a same-sex couple seek out their biological father. The combination of drama and comedy in The Kids Are All Right will resonate with fans of Happy Tears who enjoy stories about unconventional family relationships.

Pieces of April is a story about a young woman trying to create the perfect Thanksgiving dinner for her estranged family. The heartfelt and bittersweet moments throughout will appeal to those who enjoyed the mix of humor and family drama in Happy Tears.

The Savages is a poignant drama about two siblings who face the realities of familial responsibility as they begin to care for their estranged, elderly father. Fans of Happy Tears will find a similar blend of humor and heartache in this honest portrayal of family dynamics and aging.

This movie follows two sisters who start a crime scene cleaning business. With an underlying theme of personal growth and family issues, Sunshine Cleaning offers a balance of drama and quirky humor that audiences who enjoyed Happy Tears will appreciate.