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Forrest Gump (1994)

Forrest Gump

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Forrest Gump in Forrest Gump (1994), played by Tom Hanks.

Film guide · 1 film · 1994 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Forrest Gump on screen

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Film guide · 1 film · 1994Main sequence runtime: 2h 22m
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    1994 · 2h 22m

    Portrayed by Tom Hanks · screen performanceMovie guide
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THE PERFORMANCE

Who plays Forrest Gump?

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Tom Hanks plays Forrest Gump in Forrest Gump.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Forrest Gump screen credits

Screen credits: Forrest Gump (1994) — Tom Hanks as Forrest Gump.

WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU

Signature lines

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“Mama always said, dying was a part of life. I sure wish it wasn't.”

Forrest Gump (1994)

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