The Pursuit of Happiness
1999, English. Directed by Robert Zemeckis.
Showtime's "In the 20th Century" is a millennium-related strand of feature-length documentaries in which famous directors take on major subjects of their choosing. In the fourth of the six films, "The Pursuit of Happiness," filmmaker Robert Zemeckis delves into the history of America's relationship with mind-altering substances over the past 100 years, presenting interviews with historians and professionals in the drug treatment field, interspersed with a treasure trove of film and television clips depicting the highs and lows of smoking, drinking and drugging in the 20th century.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 13 September 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Susan Emerling
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The Pursuit of Happiness: quick answers
What should I watch before The Pursuit of Happiness?
Watch In Search of the Happy Ending (1999), From Behind Closed Doors (1999), and Yesterday's Tomorrows (1999) first.
What comes after The Pursuit of Happiness?
Next in the series: Funny Is Money (1999) and The American Tapestry (2000).
Is The Pursuit of Happiness worth watching?
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How long is The Pursuit of Happiness?
The Pursuit of Happiness runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
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The Pursuit of Happiness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Pursuit of Happiness is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Pursuit of Happiness on?
The Pursuit of Happiness isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 13 September 1999. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pursuit of Happiness?
If you liked The Pursuit of Happiness, try Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound, The Untold History Of The United States, Red Army.
Who directed The Pursuit of Happiness?
The Pursuit of Happiness (1999) was directed by Robert Zemeckis and stars Barry Hansen, Dennis Hopper, Tom Pirko.