Movies like The Pursuit of Happiness

Good Will Hunting features a young janitor from South Boston who is also a self-taught genius. As he navigates personal and professional challenges with the help of a therapist, the film touches on the themes of self-discovery and the pursuit of one's potential, mirroring the journey in The Pursuit of Happyness.

This film tells the story of John Nash, a brilliant mathematician who struggles with schizophrenia. A Beautiful Mind captures the spirit of human endurance and the triumph over adversity, similar to the themes explored in The Pursuit of Happyness.

Slumdog Millionaire is a rags-to-riches story of a young man from the slums of Mumbai who wins big on a game show. Its themes of hope and resilience align closely with those in The Pursuit of Happyness, offering audiences a gripping narrative of success against all odds.

This heartwarming story revolves around a homeless teenager who becomes an All-American football player with the help of a caring woman and her family. Like The Pursuit of Happyness, The Blind Side is an inspirational and uplifting tale based on true events that showcase the power of perseverance and human kindness.

With James Franco's character fighting for survival after being trapped by a boulder, 127 Hours is a story of human willpower and the drive to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges, reflecting the resilience shown in The Pursuit of Happyness.

This biographical drama chronicles the life of Stephen Hawking, portrayed by Eddie Redmayne, who overcomes the debilitating effects of ALS to contribute groundbreaking work in physics. The Theory of Everything’s theme of overcoming life's obstacles parallels that of The Pursuit of Happyness.

Featuring the unlikely friendship between a Los Angeles journalist and a homeless Juilliard-trained musician, The Soloist shares a similar narrative of hope and the overcoming of life's adversities, echoing the emotional journey in The Pursuit of Happyness.