The Pursuit of Happyness

2006 · PG-13 · 1h 57m · Drama · Directed by Gabriele Muccino

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Synopsis

For his son, one man will reach for the impossible.

A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.

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superlama9.4August 22, 2026

Unbelievable heart warming. It’s such a good movie.

Cast

  • Will SmithWill SmithChris Gardner
  • Jaden SmithJaden SmithChristopher
  • Thandiwe NewtonThandiwe NewtonLinda
  • Brian HoweBrian HoweJay Twistle
  • James KarenJames KarenMartin Frohm
  • Dan CastellanetaDan CastellanetaAlan Frakesh
  • Kurt FullerKurt FullerWalter Ribbon
  • Takayo FischerTakayo FischerMrs. Chu
  • Kevin WestKevin WestWorld's Greatest Dad
  • George CheungGeorge CheungChinese Maintenance Worker
  • David Michael SilvermanDoctor at First Hospital
  • Domenic BoveTim Ribbon
  • Geoff CallanGeoff CallanFerrari Owner
  • Joyful RavenHippie Girl
  • Scott KlaceScott KlaceTim Brophy
  • Rashida ClendeningBus Driver
  • Eric SchniewindDoctor
  • Peter FitzsimmonsDoctor
  • Maurice SherbaneeRoy The Old Neighbor
  • Zuhair HaddadZuhair HaddadCab Driver

Trailer

Watch The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) Official Trailer 1 - Will Smith Movie on YouTube

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