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… And the Pursuit of Happiness (1986): Cast

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… And the Pursuit of Happiness is a 1986 documentary starring Louis Malle as Narrator (voice), Derek Walcott and José R. Somoza. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes.

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… And the Pursuit of Happiness (1986) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 21m (81 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is … And the Pursuit of Happiness About?

The premise of … And the Pursuit of Happiness without spoilers.

In 1986, Louis Malle presents a documentary that explores the immigrant experience in America by interviewing newcomers from a wide range of professions across the country. Their testimonies reveal the challenges of adapting to a multicultural society, such as language barriers, cultural adjustment, and the pursuit of economic stability.

… And the Pursuit of Happiness Themes & Keywords

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  • asylum
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Cast & crew

… And the Pursuit of Happiness Cast & Characters

Louis Malle leads the cast as Narrator (voice), with Derek Walcott and José R. Somoza.

Details

… And the Pursuit of Happiness Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “...und das Streben nach Glück” and “Alla ricerca della felicità”.

Also known as
  • ...und das Streben nach Glück
  • Alla ricerca della felicità
  • Em Busca da Felicidade
  • À la poursuite du bonheur
  • 追逐快乐

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FAQ

… And the Pursuit of Happiness FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of … And the Pursuit of Happiness, each answered in a sentence.

How long is … And the Pursuit of Happiness?

… And the Pursuit of Happiness runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

When was … And the Pursuit of Happiness released?

… And the Pursuit of Happiness was released on June 27, 1986.

Who is in the cast of … And the Pursuit of Happiness?

… And the Pursuit of Happiness stars Louis Malle as Narrator (voice), Derek Walcott and José R. Somoza.

Does … And the Pursuit of Happiness have a post-credit scene?

No. … And the Pursuit of Happiness has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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