The Pursuit of Happyness
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
Release Year
2006
Runtime
117 min
Audience Score
7.9
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
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The Pursuit of Happyness is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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