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8.8
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8.6

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Hjaltemyrhoj
rated 9

One of the best movies i have watched

1 year ago
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Critic Angie Errigo
rated 10

The charmed and charming life journey of an innocent tossed through three decades of America's turbulent modern history makes for an original and hugely appealing story.

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Jackson Holiday Wheeler
rated 10

Truly one of the most compelling and emotionally powerful films I have ever seen in my life. Watched it when I was a kid and didn't really get it...rewatched it last year and was just totally blown away. Epic performances, plot, cinematograph...

6 years ago
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Copper Ranchero
rated 9

Classic. Funny. Seen many times.

2 years ago
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Cast & Crew

Robert Zemeckis
Director
Ronald Reagan
As Self - Assassination Attempt (archive footage) (uncredited)
Tom Hanks
As Forrest Gump
John Lennon
As Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Richard Nixon
As Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
John F. Kennedy
As Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Bob Hope
As Self - in Vietnam (archive footage) (uncredited)
Elvis Presley
As Self (archive footage) (uncredited)

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Forrest Gump is a movie about a man with a low IQ who finds himself involved in some of the most significant events of the 20th century. Despite his cognitive limitations, Forrest (played by Tom Hanks) has an endearing personality and a strong sense of devotion, which leads him to encounter many historical figures and events throughout his life. The film follows Forrest's journey as he befriends Elvis Presley, becomes a football star, serves in the Vietnam War, and even influences the Watergate scandal. Along the way, he also falls in love with a woman named Jenny (played by Robin Wright). Throughout the film, Forrest's childlike innocence and optimism inspire those around him, and he becomes a symbol of hope and resilience.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Forrest Gump include Blast from the Past, When Harry Met Sally..., Show Me Love, 10 Things I Hate About You, Jerry Maguire, Threesome.

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Forrest Gump was released in theaters on July 6, 1994.