The Pursuit of Happyness

The Pursuit of Happyness

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

PG-13 2006 · 117 min · ★ 7.9 (11K) · Drama

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

Directed by Gabriele Muccino · Written by Steven Conrad

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