Where to watch The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) in the UK
The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 19 August 2026 by ScreenSearch.
William Popper is the son of a stockbroker and is thoroughly disenchanted with "the system." So much so that even though he can prove that he ran over a woman in his car entirely by accident, he accepts a sentence for manslaughter.
Streaming options in the United Kingdom
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Is The Pursuit of Happiness on Netflix, Disney+ or Prime Video?
Quick answers for the UK's biggest streaming services, checked against today's data.
Netflix
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
Amazon Prime Video
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
Disney+
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Pursuit of Happiness.
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Michael SarrazinWilliam Popper -
Barbara HersheyJane Kauffman -
Arthur HillJohn Popper -
Ruth WhiteMrs. Popper -
E.G. MarshallDaniel Lawrence -
Robert KleinMelvin Lasher -
Sada ThompsonRuth Lawrence -
David DoyleJames Moran
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The Pursuit of Happiness — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Pursuit of Happiness in the UK?
The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.
How much does it cost to rent The Pursuit of Happiness?
Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube so you can check the current price.
Can I buy a digital copy of The Pursuit of Happiness?
Yes. The Pursuit of Happiness can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.
Is The Pursuit of Happiness on Netflix in the UK?
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Netflix or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
Is The Pursuit of Happiness on Amazon Prime Video in the UK?
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Amazon Prime Video or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
Is The Pursuit of Happiness on Disney+ in the UK?
No — The Pursuit of Happiness (1971) is not currently on Disney+ or any other UK subscription service, but you can rent from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or buy from Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube.
How accurate is this film's availability data?
Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.
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