Will Smithscreen performanceWill Smith plays Chris Gardner in The Pursuit of Happyness.
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FILM POSTER · The Pursuit of HappynessThe Pursuit of Happyness (2006)
Chris Gardner
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Chris Gardner in The Pursuit of Happyness (2006), played by Will Smith.
Film guide · 1 film · 2006 · 1 performerTHE MOVIE
Chris Gardner on screen
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Film guide · 1 film · 2006Main sequence runtime: 1h 57m
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- 01Start hereThe Pursuit of Happyness
2006 · 1h 57m
Portrayed by Will Smith · screen performanceMovie guideMoviHero score90/100MUST WATCH
THE PERFORMANCE
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Chris Gardner screen credits
Screen credits: The Pursuit of Happyness (2006) — Will Smith as Chris Gardner.
WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“Just filling out a check, paying some bills and a parking ticket.”
WHO TO EXPLORE NEXT
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Linda
Chris Gardner and Linda both appear in The Pursuit of Happyness.
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Chris Gardner and Alan Frakesh both appear in The Pursuit of Happyness.
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Chris Gardner and Jay Twistle both appear in The Pursuit of Happyness.
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