

What Just Happened (2008)
Overview
During the course of an ordinary week in Hollywood, movie producer Ben must navigate his way through shark-infested waters as he struggles to complete his latest projects. A demanding studio boss demands extensive changes to a movie starring Sean Penn, while another chief won't greenlight a project unless star Bruce Willis shaves his beard. Meanwhile, Ben tries to reconcile with his wife and maintain a relationship with his young daughter.
Where to watch What Just Happened
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Magnolia Selects | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video | Amazon Video | Amazon Video |
| Germany | Joyn, Netzkino | Apple TV, YouTube, MagentaTV, maxdome +4 | Apple TV, YouTube, MagentaTV, maxdome +3 |
| France | — | Rakuten TV, Sooner, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max | Rakuten TV, Sooner, VIVA by videofutur, Premiere Max |
| Italy | Infinity Selection | — | — |
| Türkiye | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Brazil | Amazon Prime Video | — | — |
| Mexico | Pluto TV, Mercado Play | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists What Just Happened in 29 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is What Just Happened about?
During the course of an ordinary week in Hollywood, movie producer Ben must navigate his way through shark-infested waters as he struggles to complete his latest projects. A demanding studio boss demands extensive changes to a movie starring Sean Penn, while another chief won't greenlight a project unless star Bruce Willis shaves his beard. Meanwhile, Ben tries to reconcile with his wife and maintain a relationship with his young daughter. What Just Happened is a Comedy, Drama movie, released on 2008-10-17, runtime 104 minutes.
Is What Just Happened worth watching?
TMDB users rate What Just Happened 5.4 out of 10 from 499 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch What Just Happened?
In the United States, What Just Happened streams on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and Magnolia Selects and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Barry Levinson
Cast
- Robert De Niro as Ben
- Sean Penn as Sean Penn
- Bruce Willis as Bruce Willis
- Robin Wright as Kelly
- Stanley Tucci as Scott Solomon
- John Turturro as Dick Bell
- Kristen Stewart as Zoe
- Lily Rabe as Dwan
- Marin Hinkle as Vanity Fair Coordinator
- Catherine Keener as Lou Tarnow
- Michael Wincott as Jeremy Brunell
- Jason Kravits as Pollster
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Sources
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