The Pursuit of Happyness
A struggling salesman takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional career.
Where to stream The Pursuit of Happyness
Streaming now in the United States on Angel Studios and YouTube Free.
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Frequently asked questions about The Pursuit of Happyness
Where can I watch The Pursuit of Happyness in the United States?
The Pursuit of Happyness is available to stream on Angel Studios and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Pursuit of Happyness for free?
The Pursuit of Happyness streams free with ads in the United States on YouTube Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Pursuit of Happyness?
The Pursuit of Happyness scores 7.9 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Pursuit of Happyness?
The Pursuit of Happyness stars Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe, and James Karen. Gabriele Muccino is the director.
How long is The Pursuit of Happyness?
The Pursuit of Happyness runs 1h 57m (117 minutes).
When did The Pursuit of Happyness come out?
The Pursuit of Happyness was released on December 14, 2006.
Which studio made The Pursuit of Happyness?
The Pursuit of Happyness was produced by Escape Artists, Relativity Media, and Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Pursuit of Happyness?
The Pursuit of Happyness was made on a budget of $55,000,000.
How much did The Pursuit of Happyness make at the box office?
The Pursuit of Happyness grossed $307,077,295 worldwide, against a budget of $55,000,000.
What languages is The Pursuit of Happyness in?
The Pursuit of Happyness is in English and Cantonese, and its original language is English.
Ratings and metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked October 2026.