Forgiveness Girl vs The Pursuit of Happyness
Forgiveness Girl has the higher audience score (10/10 against 7.9/10 for The Pursuit of Happyness). Forgiveness Girl is the shorter watch at 1h 51m compared with 1h 57m. The Pursuit of Happyness is the older of the two (2006 against 2025). Both are drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Forgiveness Girl | The Pursuit of Happyness | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 10.0/10 | ★ 7.9/10 |
| Year | 2025 | 2006 |
| Length | 1h 51m | 1h 57m |
| Genres | Drama, Family | Drama |
| Country | US | – |
| Director | Rob Diamond | Gabriele Muccino |
| Main cast | Walter Platz, Scarlett Diamond, Mia Hansen, Melinda Yeaman | Thandiwe Newton, Kurt Fuller, Dan Castellaneta, Brian Howe, Will Smith |
Synopsis
Forgiveness Girl
A little girl with cerebral palsy is relentlessly bullied throughout her life, yet finds it in her heart to forgive by seeking strength from a higher source above.
The Pursuit of Happyness
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
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