Based on the true story of Melissa Moore, daughter of the infamous serial killer Keith Hunter Jesperson, the “Happy Face Killer,” the film Happy Face examines her life as she faces her father’s horrific legacy, his manipulative attempts to re-enter her life after prison, and her quest to seek justice for his victims—fusing psychological drama, familial strife, and elements of true crime.
Director
Happy Face was directed by Michael Showalter, who directed the first episode, with Jennifer Cacicio serving as showrunner and creator.
Writer
Happy Face was written by Jennifer Cacicio.
Cast
Real Name: Annaleigh Ashford
Character Name: Melissa Reed
Happy Face is a complicated film about family pain, and Annaleigh Ashford plays a complicated part as Melissa G. Moore, the daughter of the “Happy Face Killer”—the infamous serial killer Keith Jesperson.
Real Name: Dennis Quaid
Character Name: Keith Jesperson
Dennis Quaid played the role of the infamous “Happy Face Killer Keith Jesperson,” showing how he manipulates his daughter.
Real Name: James Wolk
Character Name: Ben
James Wolk played Ben Reed, the loving spouse of Melissa Moore (Annaleigh Ashford), who is the daughter of the infamous “Happy Face” serial murderer.
Real Name: Khiyla Aynne
Character Name: Hazel
Khiyla Aynne played the role of Hazel
Real Name: Tamera Tomakili
Character Name: Ivy Campbell
Tamera Tomakili played the role of Ivy Campbell.
Real Name: Benjamin Mackey
Character Name: Max
Benjamin Mackey played Max in the series Happy Face.
Real Name: David Harewood
Character Name: Dr. Greg
In Happy Face, David Harewood portrays Dr. Greg, a pleasant daytime talk show host reminiscent of Drs. Phil and Oz. Greg becomes involved with Melissa Moore after her serial murderer father calls the show.
Real Name: Carolyn Adair
Character Name: Texas Waitress
Carolyn Adair played Texas Waitress in Happy Face.
Real Name: River Codack
Character Name: Josh
River Codack played Josh in the series.
Real Name: Jennifer Spence
Character Name: Renee
Jennifer Spence was Renee in the movie Happy Face.
Real Name: Charles Zuckermann
Character Name: Bassett
Charles Zuckermann played the role Bassett.
Real Name: Marci T. House
Character Name: Joyce
In Happy Face, Marci T. House played the role of Joyce.
Real Name: Wu Xiaoliang
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Real Name: Dong Zijian
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Real Name: Xiaotong Su
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Real Name: Lou Yixiao
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Real Name: Yiming Lian
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