THE PURSUIT OF HAPPYNESS
(2006)
Run time: 1h 56min | Biography, Drama | Released: December 15, 2006 (USA)
Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner (Will Smith). Evicted from their apartment, he and his young son (Jaden Christopher Syre Smith) find themselves alone with no place to go. Even though Chris eventually lands a job as an intern at a prestigious brokerage firm, the position pays no money. The pair must live in shelters and endure many hardships, but Chris refuses to give in to despair as he struggles to create a better life for himself and his son.
Director: Gabriele Muccino
Writer(s): Steve Conrad
Starring: Will Smith, Jaden Smith
BOX OFFICE
Estimated budget:
$55 million
U.S. Box office:
$163,566,459
Foreign Box office:
$143,510,836
Worldwide Sales:
$307,077,295
Widest Release:
3,169 Theaters