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The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)

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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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Cast & Crew

Director
Gabriele Muccino
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    Chris Gardner Will Smith
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    Christopher Jaden Smith
  • Profile picture of Thandiwe Newton
    Linda Thandiwe Newton
  • Profile picture of Brian Howe
    Jay Twistle Brian Howe
  • Profile picture of James Karen
    Martin Frohm James Karen
  • Profile picture of Dan Castellaneta
    Alan Frakesh Dan Castellaneta
  • Profile picture of Kurt Fuller
    Walter Ribbon Kurt Fuller
  • Profile picture of Takayo Fischer
    Mrs. Chu Takayo Fischer

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