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The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) -- A struggling salesman (Will Smith) takes custody of his son (Jaden Smith) as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor.
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) -- Clip: You got a dream...you got to protect it
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) -- Interview: Will & Jaden Smith "On Will Always Being in Character"
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) -- A struggling salesman (Will Smith) takes custody of his son (Jaden Smith) as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor.
The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) -- A struggling salesman (Will Smith) takes custody of his son (Jaden Smith) as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor.

Overview

User Rating:
7.8/10   69,204 votes
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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Steve Conrad (written by)
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Release Date:
15 December 2006 (USA) more
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Plot:
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 9 wins & 17 nominations more
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Take your parents to see it over the holidays more (507 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Will Smith ... Chris Gardner

Jaden Smith ... Christopher (as Jaden Christopher Syre Smith)

Thandie Newton ... Linda

Brian Howe ... Jay Twistle

James Karen ... Martin Frohm

Dan Castellaneta ... Alan Frakesh
Kurt Fuller ... Walter Ribbon

Takayo Fischer ... Mrs. Chu

Kevin West ... World's Greatest Dad

George Cheung ... Chinese Maintenance Worker (as George K. Cheung)
David Michael Silverman ... Doctor at First Hospital

Domenic Bove ... Tim Ribbon

Geoff Callan ... Ferrari Owner

Joyful Raven ... Hippie Girl

Scott Klace ... Tim Brophy
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Additional Details

Also Known As:
The Pursuit of Happiness (International: English title) (alternative spelling)
Untitled Chris Gardner Project (USA) (working title)
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MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for some language.
Runtime:
117 min
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2.35 : 1 more
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Certification:
UK:12A | Ireland:12A | Singapore:PG | Netherlands:6 | Sweden:7 | Canada:G (Quebec) | Canada:PG (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Nova Scotia/Ontario) | USA:PG-13 (certificate #42013) | Italy:T | Australia:M | Portugal:M/12 | Switzerland:7 (canton of Vaud) | Switzerland:7 (canton of Geneva) | France:U | Argentina:13 | Finland:S | Brazil:Livre | Hong Kong:IIA | South Korea:All | Malaysia:U
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Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Will Smith wanted Gabriele Muccino to direct this movie after seeing his films L'ultimo bacio (2001) and Ricordati di me (2003). more
Goofs:
Anachronisms: At Candlestick Park, there is a 49ers logo that was introduced in 1996. more
Quotes:
[repeated line]
Christopher: Where are we going?
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Movie Connections:
References "The Love Boat" (1977) more
Soundtrack:
Higher Ground more

FAQ

Is there a real Chris Gardner?
What are the songs in the trailers?
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270 out of 322 people found the following review useful.
Take your parents to see it over the holidays, 30 November 2006
8/10
Author: thinkr from United States

I was fortunate to see this movie in a screening. I really enjoyed it, and felt that it lived up to the teary and heartwarming trailer. While the movie has an uplifting "go for your dreams" message, the deepest theme is that of family.

Will Smith did a great job as the father trying to protect his son from their circumstances of becoming homeless as much as he can, while at the same time trying to work in the competitive world of stocks as an un-paid intern. Jaden Smith was outstanding as the preschool-aged kid who knows things are going wrong and tries to have a stiff upper lip, but just can't do it all the time.

The story is very touching and was close to home for me. My family has been through some tough times, and this movie just reminded me of how much my parents struggled to provide for our family and yet kept life fun as much as they could. I am excited to go see this with my parents as a way to say thank you.

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