Review of Happy, Texas (1999) by Scott C — 02 Dec 2012

It's silly, but you get drawn in. Steve Zahn is wacko!

This review of Happy, Texas (1999) was written by Scott C on 02 Dec 2012.

Happy, Texas has generally received positive reviews.

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By Cynthia S (730) on 13 Oct 2010

My husband and I consider this one of our all time favorites. Not only did it have one of my favorite actors, William H…

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By Sarah H (1,870) on 22 Jun 2009

I think the funniest scene is in the begining, and involves roadkill. It was pretty funny at least. Although I don't see William H…

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