Movie

The Pursuit of Happyness

“For his son, one man will reach for the impossible.”

★ 7.9(10,691)20061h 57m

The Pursuit of Happyness is streaming on Netflix in Ireland, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video. Availability checked 25 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Gabriele Muccino
Release date: 2006-12-14
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: English
Box office: $307,077,295
Budget: $55,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Escape Artists

The Pursuit of Happyness — trailer

About The Pursuit of Happyness

The Pursuit of Happyness is a 2006 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Gabriele Muccino, starring Will Smith, Jaden Smith and Thandiwe Newton. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.9/10 from 10,691 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Pursuit of Happyness in Ireland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

Cast

Will Smith

Chris Gardner

Jaden Smith

Christopher

Thandiwe 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

David Michael Silverman

Doctor at First Hospital

Domenic Bove

Tim Ribbon

Themes & keywords

workworkerhomeless personsingle parentsan francisco, californiabushomelessnesschurch servicebad luckbiographybased on true storysalesmanstockbrokersingle fatherinspiring story

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Pursuit of Happyness in Ireland?+

In Ireland, you can stream The Pursuit of Happyness on Netflix. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, Rakuten TV and Amazon Video.

Is The Pursuit of Happyness on Netflix?+

Yes — The Pursuit of Happyness is available to stream on Netflix in Ireland.

How long is The Pursuit of Happyness?+

The Pursuit of Happyness has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in The Pursuit of Happyness?+

The Pursuit of Happyness stars Will Smith, Jaden Smith, Thandiwe Newton, Brian Howe and James Karen.

When did The Pursuit of Happyness come out?+

The Pursuit of Happyness is a 2006 movie directed by Gabriele Muccino.

What genre is The Pursuit of Happyness?+

The Pursuit of Happyness is Drama film.

Who directed The Pursuit of Happyness?+

The Pursuit of Happyness was directed by Gabriele Muccino.