Pursuit of Happiness

Pursuit of Happiness (1987-1988)

EndedScripted show

An idealistic young law professor clashes with the old bull of the faculty while developing an attraction to a shy colleague.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10That Pair of EyesJan. 8, 1988
S01E09Uphill SkiingJan. 1, 1988
S01E08Together AgainDez. 18, 1987
S01E07A History LessonDez. 11, 1987
S01E06The Defiant OnesDez. 4, 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Pursuit of Happiness' premiere?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' premiered on September 19, 1987.

Who were the main characters in 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

The main characters in 'The Pursuit of Happiness' were Mel Harrison, Sara Duncan, and Max Garrett.

What was the premise of 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' followed the lives of three friends who were all lawyers working at the same San Francisco law firm.

Who played the character of Mel Harrison in 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

Mel Harrison was played by actor Michael Tucker.

Who played the character of Sara Duncan in 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

Sara Duncan was played by actress Jane Kaczmarek.

What was the genre of 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' was a comedy-drama television series.

How many episodes were there in 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' had a total of 13 episodes.

Who created 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' was created by John Byrum.

Where was 'The Pursuit of Happiness' set?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' was set in San Francisco, California.

What was the theme song of 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

The theme song of 'The Pursuit of Happiness' was "Don't Let the Sun Go Down on Me" by Elton John.

Did 'The Pursuit of Happiness' win any awards?

No, 'The Pursuit of Happiness' did not win any awards.

What was the critical reception of 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' received mixed reviews from critics.

Was 'The Pursuit of Happiness' a commercial success?

No, 'The Pursuit of Happiness' was not a commercial success and was canceled after one season.

Did 'The Pursuit of Happiness' have a dedicated fanbase?

While 'The Pursuit of Happiness' had a small dedicated fanbase, it did not attract a large audience.

What was the time slot for 'The Pursuit of Happiness'?

'The Pursuit of Happiness' aired on Saturday nights at 9:30 PM.

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