The Land of Steady Habits

Right now you can watch The Land of Steady Habits in Australia on Netflix, and in the US on Netflix — and it is funnier than its reputation suggests. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. Its 6/10 TMDB score, built from 194 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Ben Mendelsohn is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight on Netflix and see for yourself.

Whatever else is competing for your attention this week, The Land of Steady Habits is worth clearing space for. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate The Land of Steady Habits from the crowd. After leaving his wife and his job to find happiness, Anders begins a clumsy, heartbreaking quest to reassemble the pieces of his fractured life. The chemistry Ben Mendelsohn and Edie Falco bring to it does a lot of the heavy lifting. The Land of Steady Habits came out in 2018. What keeps The Land of Steady Habits from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

For viewers who want something light without wanting something stupid, The Land of Steady Habits respects your intelligence. It rewards viewers regardless of what else is in their watch history. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. Ben Mendelsohn is funny in a way that holds up on rewatch. Put it on when you need something guaranteed to land.

The Land of Steady Habits was released in 2018, directed by Nicole Holofcener. The full 98-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.