Movies like The Pursuit of Happyness

Key Features:: Homelessness, Single father, Overcoming adversity, American Dream, Perseverance, Father-son relationship, Financial hardship, Internship, Rags to riches, Determination, Sacrifice, Social mobility, Resilience, Mentorship, Economic inequality, Urban setting, Emotional bonding, Self-improvement, Inspiration, Biographical, Based on a true story
Tone:: serious, earnest, dramatic
Target Audience:: Drama enthusiasts, Biopic fans, Viewers seeking inspiration, Families
Emotional Arc:: Despair → Hope → Triumph

The Pursuit of Happyness

2006-12-14

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

Genres

Drama

Cast

Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, James Karen, Dan Castellaneta, Kurt Fuller, Takayo Fischer, Kevin West, George Cheung

Crew

Steven Conrad, Gabriele Muccino

Rating

★7.89(10294 votes)