It's one of Will Smith's most beloved films, it earned him an Oscar nomination, and there are only 24 hours left to watch it on Netflix.

One of Will Smith 's most iconic films is about to disappear from Netflix's catalog, and users only have 24 hours to relive this true-life story. The platform will remove this work on July 31 , prompting a recollection of one of the most highly regarded films of the actor's career.

The Pursuit of Happyness was released in theaters in 2006 and directed by Gabriele Muccino. In it, Will Smith shares the screen with his own son Jaden Smith , in what was the little boy's film debut.

The film, inspired by Chris Gardner's memoir, chronicles the difficult time the entrepreneur spent living homeless with his son, facing adversity with perseverance, ingenuity, and unconditional love. His performance was so impactful that Smith earned an Oscar nomination for Best Actor .

Throughout the film, Gardner tries to survive in San Francisco during the 1980s recession, penniless, homeless , and with a small child to care for. The story, filled with raw and deeply emotional moments , has become one of the most inspiring works in recent cinema.

In addition to its enormous public reception, the film was praised for its honest and direct treatment of themes such as poverty, parenting, and self-improvement . Its message has transcended cinema and has been cited by entrepreneurs, educators, and motivators around the world. Netflix bids farewell to this story this Thursday, and users who haven't yet seen it, or want to relive it, have one last chance to do so.