Where to watch The Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
The Pursuit of Happyness is available to stream in GB on Netflix. It can also be rented or bought from Amazon and AppleTV.
A struggling salesman faces mounting financial pressure while caring for his young son. As they move through increasingly difficult circumstances, he pursues a demanding opportunity in the financial world, trying to build a more secure future through persistence, preparation, and hope.
Cast: Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, James Karen, Dan Castellaneta, Kurt Fuller, Takayo Fischer, Kevin West, George Cheung, David Michael Silverman, Domenic Bove
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Trivia & production notes
- Chris Gardner became aware his life story had film potential after a 20/20 interview in January 2003 generated an overwhelming public response.
- Gardner published his autobiography on May 23, 2006, and subsequently became an associate producer on the film adaptation.
- The filmmakers compressed several years of Gardner's actual experiences into a shorter timeframe to heighten the dramatic impact.
- Gardner makes a cameo appearance at the film's end, walking past the actor portraying him.
- Chris Gardner initially doubted Will Smith's casting, but his daughter convinced him that Smith could play the role by referencing his performance in Ali.
- Andrea Guerra composed the film's score, with the soundtrack album released by Varèse Sarabande on January 9, 2007.
- The film features Stevie Wonder performing "Higher Ground" and "Jesus Children of America," as well as "Lord, Don't Move the Mountain" by the Glide Ensemble.
- The Chattanooga mayor organized a special viewing of the film for the city's homeless population, hoping Gardner's story would inspire financial independence and family responsibility.
- DVD sales generated approximately $89.9 million in revenue by November 2007, with over 5.5 million units sold.
- The film opened at number one at the North American box office with $27 million, marking Will Smith's sixth consecutive number-one opening.
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