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What Happened Was...

Countries: United States,
Release Date: September 9, 1994
Year: 1994
Runtime:91 min
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This darkly humorous film explores the personal psychic landscape of two lonely New Yorkers. Jackie and Michael are coworkers at a large law firm, who decide to meet at Jackie’s for dinner one night. As this ‘first date’ plays out, the audience is guided through a mental minefield of disappointment, desolation, and desperation. Their conversation, with its awkward ‘small talk’, slowly reveals their unhappy lives….

How to Watch What Happened Was... Legally and Safely

If you want to stream What Happened Was... through reputable and legal services, there are a few good options depending on where you are. Subscription platforms like HBO Max, Disney+, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV+ sometimes carry What Happened Was... films or related DC titles—though availability depends on your country.

If you’d rather not commit to a subscription, there are ad‑supported, free (but legal) platforms such as Tubi, Pluto TV, Peacock or Crackle (where available in your region) that occasionally host superhero films.

Lastly, don’t forget about library‑linked streaming options like Kanopy or Hoopla (if your library or university is registered), and official uploads by film distributors on YouTube—these can also give you legal access to classic movies.

Tom Noonan     , Karen Sillas