Forrest Gump

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Forrest Gump

PG-13

Released Jul 6, 1994

2h 22m

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Slow-witted Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks) has never thought of himself as disadvantaged, and thanks to his supportive mother (Sally Field), he leads anything but a restricted life. Whether dominating on the gridiron as a college football star, fighting in Vietnam or captaining a shrimp boat, Forrest inspires people with his childlike optimism. But one person Forrest cares about most may be the most difficult to save -- his childhood love, the sweet but troubled Jenny (Robin Wright).

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Critics Consensus

Tom Hanks' rigorously earnest performance keeps Forrest Gump sincere even when it gets glib with American history, making for a whimsical odyssey of debatable wisdom but undeniable heart.

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Peter Bradshaw

Guardian

Forrest Gump is Hollywood film-making at its most corn-fed, sucrose-enriched and calorific; you’ll need a sweet tooth for it.

Rated: 4/5

Jul 16, 2024

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David Denby

New York Magazine/Vulture

Zemeckis has made a fast movie about a slow hero; he transforms Forrest's daffy misconceptions into lyrical flights. Forrest Gump has a softer, more delicate touch and a richer current of feeling than any of the other holy-innocent movies.

Mar 1, 2024

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Michael Medved

New York Post

Hanks' performance [is] a triumph of dignity, decency, and warm-hearted humor... Even more than his Oscar-winning achievement in Philadelphia, this is a role that will be remembered as long as people care about great acting.

Mar 1, 2024

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Nadir Samara

Screen Rant

Flaws and all, the movie unfolds like a book of short stories and that choice ushered in a confidence the script is able to pull off.

Rated: 7/10

Nov 8, 2024

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Josh Parham

Next Best Picture

When analyzing the ultimate endurance that “Forrest Gump” has left in the decades since it first came out, it’s obvious that approaching it with a more inquisitive perspective leaves it with a much shallower impact than it did upon its initial release.

Rated: 5/10

Nov 7, 2024

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Cameron Meier

MeierMovies.com

Forrest was an ordinary man in extraordinary circumstances.

Rated: 5/5

Mar 3, 2024

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John R

Its in the top 10 best movies ever made

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/14/25

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Fabian R

De las mejores de la historia muy bueno me encanta tiene todo lo que busco

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/08/25

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Chase S

My favorite movie ever!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/07/25

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Jaime A

My second favorite movie of all time, this movie is one that made me cry, Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump is incredible, and the movie far from the message is incredible, loved it and will love forever.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/25

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Chris H

Alright, so in my opinion, Forrest Gump is hands-down the best movie ever made—no contest. It’s the only flick that hits every single vibe: it makes you laugh, cry, feel angry, sad, and straight-up stoked. Like, it’s a full-on emotional ride from start to finish. Tom Hanks as Forrest is next level. The dude just lives his life, keeps it simple, and somehow ends up being part of all this crazy, historic stuff. He’s got this epic love for Jenny (Robin Wright), but let’s be real—Jenny treats Forrest like absolute trash. She’s out there making bad choices, leaving him behind, and only comes back when she’s at rock bottom. Honestly, she’s the real villain of the story because of how bad she treats him. But somehow, Forrest still loves her, and that’s what makes his character so pure and unshakable. What really makes Forrest Gump stand out is how it just nails every feeling. One second you’re cracking up over his shrimp talk, the next you’re tearing up during the heavy moments. It’s deep, but it doesn’t shove it in your face—just like, “Here’s life. Deal with it.” And man, the soundtrack? Absolute fire. If you haven’t seen it, you’re seriously missing out. It’s a straight classic that’s gonna hit you in ways you don’t expect. Life’s like a box of chocolates, dude—you never know what you’re gonna get, but this movie’s a guaranteed banger.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/29/25

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Ricardo B

Eu tenho uma lista muito seleta de filmes que eu considero verdadeiramente mágicos. Esse é um dos filmes dessa lista. A história é levemente clichê e previsível? Sim, um pouco. A narrativa, em partes, é melodramática e emocionalmente manipuladora? Às vezes. E este filme, mesmo imperfeito, devia ter levado o Oscar de Melhor Filme no lugar de "Um Sonho de Liberdade" (1994)? Provelmente, não. Mas é indiscutível, inegável e inevitável a magia de "Forrest Gump: O Contador de Histórias". E essa magia é resultado da inovadora mente de Robert Zemeckis, um diretor que, ao longo de sua carreira, frequentemente arriscou e levou além as tecnologias de efeitos viuais, da linda trilha sonora de Alan Silvestri e da simplória e, ao mesmo tempo, profundamente complexa atuação de Tom Hanks.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/23/25

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Lt. Dan Taylor

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Sally Field

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Forrest Gump: Official Clip - His Name is Forrest

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Forrest Gump: Official Clip - Run, Forrest, Run!

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Synopsis

Slow-witted Forrest Gump (Tom Hanks) has never thought of himself as disadvantaged, and thanks to his supportive mother (Sally Field), he leads anything but a restricted life. Whether dominating on the gridiron as a college football star, fighting in Vietnam or captaining a shrimp boat, Forrest inspires people with his childlike optimism. But one person Forrest cares about most may be the most difficult to save -- his childhood love, the sweet but troubled Jenny (Robin Wright).

Director: Robert Zemeckis
Producer: Wendy Finerman, Steve Starkey, Steve Tisch
Screenwriter: Winston Groom, Eric Roth
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
Production Co: Paramount Pictures, Wendy Finerman Productions, The Steve Tisch Company
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 6, 1994, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 1, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $330.3M
Runtime: 2h 22m
Sound Mix: Surround, DTS, Dolby Digital, Stereo
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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