The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Movie 1h 57m ★ 7.9/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something
Dating from 2006, The Pursuit of Happyness sits in the drama corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Gabriele Muccino. The cast includes Thandiwe Newton, Kurt Fuller and Dan Castellaneta. The running time is 1h 57m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.9 out of 10.
72Tonight Score Very well rated.
Synopsis
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
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Cast & crew
- Gabriele MuccinoDirector
- Thandiwe Newtonas Linda
- Kurt Fulleras Walter Ribbon
- Dan Castellanetaas Alan Frakesh
- Brian Howeas Jay Twistle
- Will Smithas Chris Gardner
- Kevin Westas World's Greatest Dad
- Jaden Smithas Christopher
- George Cheungas Chinese Maintenance Worker
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Questions about The Pursuit of Happyness
- What genre is The Pursuit of Happyness?
- The Pursuit of Happyness is categorised as Drama.
- Who stars in The Pursuit of Happyness?
- Thandiwe Newton, Kurt Fuller, Dan Castellaneta, Brian Howe, Will Smith appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Pursuit of Happyness?
- Gabriele Muccino directed The Pursuit of Happyness.
- How long is The Pursuit of Happyness?
- The Pursuit of Happyness runs for 1h 57m (117 minutes).
- Is The Pursuit of Happyness worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Pursuit of Happyness?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
