The Pursuit Of Happyness: A Gripping Biographical Drama Starring Oscar-Winner Will Smith

In 2006, Lionsgate Films brought one of the most inspiring true-life stories to the big screen with 'The Pursuit of Happyness,' a heart-wrenching biographical drama that earned an Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for its lead star, Will Smith.

Based on the memoirs of Chris Gardner by the same name, this powerful film is directed and co-produced by Gabriele Muccino ('The Last Kiss') from a screenplay written by Steve Zaillian and Aaron S. Korsh based upon the book 'The Pursuit of Happyness: A Memoir' by Chris Gardner.

Will Smith delivers an Oscar-winning performance as Christopher (Chris) Gardner, a struggling single father who finds himself homeless with his young son,Christopher Jr., also known as CJ (played by real-life son Jaden). Determined to provide better for their family and escape the streets forevermore; they face numerous challenges along the way but never give up hope.

Supporting performances come from Thandie Newton as Linda Gardner - Chris' ex-wife & mother of his second child with another woman while M. E. </p>

The Pursuit Of Happyness cast also includes Joy Bryant, Kyla Pratt and Brianne Pidgeon

With a strong supporting cast including Joy Bryant, Kyla Pratt and Brianne Pigeons as Chris' colleagues at the prestigious investment firm they work for; despite their own personal struggles they continue to support him throughout his journey towards success.

Shot primarily in San Francisco over several months without any major studio backing or resources available due mainly because of budget constraints - yet still managed to capture such raw emotion on screen that earned widespread critical acclaim upon release worldwide earning over $163 million at box office alone making it one successful independent film ever made!

Overall 'The Pursuit Of Happyness' is a must-see movie for anyone looking forward towards inspiring storylines combined with outstanding performances from lead actors especially Will Smith who truly brings home the title role of Chris Gardner. So grab some tissues before heading into theaters because once you watch this gripping tale unfold on big screen - trust me; it'll leave lasting impact deep within heart long after credits roll offscreen...

Pursuit of happiness cast