Tom Hanks
Producer · Actor · Writer
Born July 9, 1956 · Concord, California, USA
7
Films reviewed
8.3
Avg. rating
Forrest Gump
Best-reviewed
1994–2026
Years active
Biography
Thomas Jeffrey Hanks (born July 9, 1956) is an American actor and filmmaker. Known for both his comedic and dramatic roles, Hanks is one of the most popular and recognizable film stars worldwide, and is widely regarded as an American cultural icon.
Hanks made his breakthrough with leading roles in the comedies Splash (1984) and Big (1988). He won two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor for starring as a gay lawyer suffering from AIDS in Philadelphia (1993) and a young man with below-average IQ in Forrest Gump (1994). Hanks collaborated with film director Steven Spielberg on five films: Saving Private Ryan (1998), Catch Me If You Can (2002), The Terminal (2004), Bridge of Spies (2015), and The Post (2017), as well as the 2001 miniseries Band of Brothers, which launched him as a director, producer, and screenwriter.
Hanks' other notable films include the romantic comedies Sleepless in Seattle (1993) and You've Got Mail (1998); the dramas Apollo 13 (1995), The Green Mile (1999), Cast Away (2000), Road to Perdition (2002), and Cloud Atlas (2012); and the biographical dramas Saving Mr. Banks (2013), Captain Phillips (2013), Sully (2016), and A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2019). He has also appeared as the title character in the Robert Langdon film series, and has voiced Sheriff Woody in the Toy Story film series.
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On theIReview.com
Films featuring Tom Hanksthat we've reviewed.
★ 7.5Toy Story 5
as Woody
Kelsey Mann · 2026
RT 92%
★ 8.3Toy Story 3
Lee Unkrich · 2010
RT 98%
★ 8.1Catch Me If You Can
as Carl Hanratty
Steven Spielberg · 2002
RT 96%
★ 8.6The Green Mile
as Paul Edgecomb
Frank Darabont · 1999
RT 78%
★ 8.6Saving Private Ryan
as John H. Miller: A determined U.S. captain suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder
Steven Spielberg · 1998
RT 94%
★ 8.3Toy Story
John Lasseter · 1995
RT 100%
★ 8.8Forrest Gump
as Forrest Gump
Robert Zemeckis · 1994
RT 75%
Review Highlights
AI-summarized critic and audience reaction, pulled from the Fan & Critic Buzz on their highest-rated films with us.
“The film received widespread critical acclaim with reviewers calling it the "best movie ever" and praising Tom Hanks' performance, saying he brought heart and decency to a character. Critics also praised Sally Field's portrayal of Forrest's mother as well as his character development throughout the story. The positive reception was evident in the numerous review excerpts that highlighted Hanks' exceptional acting skills.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on Forrest Gump →
“The movie "The Green Mile" received positive reactions from critics, who praised its cinematography, acting, and spiritual edge. Many reviewers noted that the story is not for everyone, as it features elements of fantasy and miracle-like events. However, those who enjoyed the film appreciated its character development, particularly Tom Hanks' performance as a decent death row guard.”
From the Fan & Critic Buzz on The Green Mile →
Selected Filmography
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert(2015)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson(1962)TV Series · 2 epsas Self
- The Simpsons(1989)TV Series · 1 epas Tom Hanks (voice)
- Late Night with Seth Meyers(2014)TV Series · 5 epsas Self - Guest
- The Daily Show(1996)TV Series · 3 epsas Self
- Late Show with David Letterman(1993)TV Series · 2 epsas Self - Guest
- The Kelly Clarkson Show(2019)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Conan(2010)TV Series · 3 epsas Self
- Saturday Night Live(1975)TV Series · 1 epas Self / Michael Caine / Steve Stink (uncredited)
- The Colbert Report(2005)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Guest
- The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson(2005)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The Graham Norton Show(2007)TV Series · 4 epsas Self - Guest
- The Late Late Show with James Corden(2015)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- The View(1997)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Jimmy Kimmel Live!(2003)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Jeopardy!(1984)TV Series · 1 epas Self - Clue Presenter
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark(1988)TV Series · 1 ep
- Die Harald Schmidt Show(1995)TV Series · 1 epas Self
- Late Night with Conan O'Brien(1993)TV Series · 3 epsas Self - Guest
- The Tonight Show with Jay Leno(1992)TV Series · 1 epas Self