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Overview
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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Steve Conrad (written by)
Release Date:
15 December 2006 (USA)
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Plot:
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor. Full summary » | Full synopsis »
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Nominated for Oscar.
Another 9 wins
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17 nominations
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(187 articles)
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Amazing!
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Will Smith | ... | Chris Gardner |
 | Jaden Smith | ... | Christopher (as Jaden Christopher Syre Smith) |
 | Thandie Newton | ... | Linda |
 | Brian Howe | ... | Jay Twistle |
 | James Karen | ... | Martin Frohm |
 | Dan Castellaneta | ... | Alan Frakesh |
 | Kurt Fuller | ... | Walter Ribbon |
 | Takayo Fischer | ... | Mrs. Chu |
 | Kevin West | ... | World's Greatest Dad |
 | George Cheung | ... | Chinese Maintenance Worker (as George K. Cheung) |
| David Michael Silverman | ... | Doctor at First Hospital |
 | Domenic Bove | ... | Tim Ribbon |
 | Geoff Callan | ... | Ferrari Owner |
 | Joyful Raven | ... | Hippie Girl |
 | Scott Klace | ... | Tim Brophy |
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Rated PG-13 for some language.
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117 min
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2.35 : 1 See more »
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UK:12A | Ireland:12A | Singapore:PG | Netherlands:6 | Sweden:7 | Canada:G (Quebec) | Canada:PG (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Nova Scotia/Ontario) | USA:PG-13 (certificate #42013) | Italy:T | Australia:M | Portugal:M/12 | Switzerland:7 (canton of Vaud) | Switzerland:7 (canton of Geneva) | France:U | Argentina:13 | Finland:S | Brazil:Livre | Hong Kong:IIA | South Korea:All | Malaysia:U
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Throughout the film, period advertisements for Pacific Southwest Airlines (PSA) can be seen in numerous places (Taxis, Busses, BART stations). PSA was a very popular low-fare airline in California during the period that this film is set in.See more »
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Anachronisms: The bright yellow platform edge warning system, in all of the BART station scenes, was installed in 1987.See more »
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Reverend Williams:The important thing about that freedom train, is it's got to climb mountains. We ALL have to climb mountains, you know. Mountains that go way up high, and mountains that go deep and low. Yes, we know what those mountains are here at Glide. We sing about them.See more »
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Featured in 2007 MTV Movie Awards (2007) (TV)See more »
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I Know It's a SinSee more »
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Who is the "Rich" in his later firm Gardner Rich?Are there any differences between the movie story and the real story?
Why is "happiness" spelled wrong in the title?
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I have been a fan of Will Smith for years and I have to say this may be his best film yet! "The Pursuit of Happiness" is just a wonderful (based on a true) story, full of adventure, hope, and pain. I saw the movie last night in a packed theater. Big Willie Weekend has returned, and for good reason! It's a great movie to see during the holidays and definitely a tear-jerker! Perfect for a date, a night out with friends, or even with family. If you ever thought Will Smith really couldn't act (and shame on you!), you'll think otherwise once you see this movie. You can really feel what he's going through just by looking in his eyes. And Jaden Smith is too adorable! Their on screen chemistry is almost unbearable to watch! Go see this movie! Great acting, great directing, great writing...you won't regret it!