Tom Hanks
Latest News on Tom Hanks:
- Review: Tampa Rep Presents Ken Ludwig's Endearing DEAR JACK, DEAR LOUISE at the Shimberg PlayhouseJul 11, 2026
- John Gore, Gale Anne Hurd, & Guillermo del Toro Join Board of Trustees at the Academy MuseumJun 30, 2026
- SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE IN CONCERT to Play Exclusive London Show at Eventim ApolloJun 30, 2026
BIO
Tom Hanks is starring off-Broadway in This World of Tomorrow, an original play he co-wrote, that is now playing at The Shed. In 2013, Hanks made his Broadway debut in the Nora Ephron-penned play Lucky Guy. His performance earned him Drama Desk, Drama League, Outer Critics Circle, and Tony Award nominations.
Tom Hanks is an award-winning actor, producer, and director. One of only two actors in history to win back-to-back Academy Awards for Best Actor in Jonathan Demme’s Philadelphia and the following year in Robert Zemeckis’s Forrest Gump. His film credits include Big, Saving Private Ryan, Cast Away, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, Captain Phillips, Sully, You’ve Got Mail, A League of Their Own, the Da Vinci Code series, Elvis, Greyhound, and The Phoenician Scheme.
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Tom Hanks, Lucky Guy
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Tom Hanks, Lucky Guy
Tom Hanks, Lucky Guy
Videos
Video: Taylor Swift Surprises Attendees with Performance of New TOY STORY 5 Song at Los Angeles Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-10 13:33:23
Video: Tom Hanks Discusses the Joys of Performing Live in THIS WORLD OF TOMORROW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-26 10:43:11
Video: Tom Hanks, Kelli O'Hara, & Kenny Leon Talk THIS WORLD OF TOMORROW on CBS MORNINGS
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-18 12:39:49
Video: TOY STORY 5 Teaser Trailer Previews New Lilypad Tablet and Returning Favorites
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-11-11 16:03:01
Video: Tom Hanks Previews New Play THIS WORLD OF TOMORROW at The Shed
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-06 11:38:37
Video: Tom Hanks Narrates Apple's THE BLOODY HUNDREDTH Documentary Trailer
by Michael Major - 2024-02-28 11:04:57
News
by Peter Nason - Jul 11, 2026
It's like a war-themed version of Love Letters, both characters brought to life by superb performances by Cameron Kubly and Katie Davis.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 30, 2026
John Gore, Gale Anne Hurd, and Guillermo del Toro have joined the Board of Trustees at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. As the governing body of the Academy Museum, the board ensures that the museum has a sustainable future and is accountable to the public by adopting and overseeing sound nonprofit governance policies and securing adequate resources to advance the museum’s mission.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 30, 2026
Marc Shaiman's iconic soundtrack for the 1993 rom-com will be performed live by a full orchestra at London's Eventim Apollo, with the film screening simultaneously on a large HD screen.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 21, 2026
Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA) inducted 49 of its students from 26 school districts across the county into three distinguished national honor societies and one international honor society during a special ceremony earlier this spring.
by Adela González Pérez - Jun 11, 2026
El Dolby Theatre de Hollywood acoge el espectacular estreno de la nueva entrega de Disney y Pixar, que contó con el reparto original y una actuación sorpresa de la estrella del pop
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
On Tuesday, June 10, Taylor Swift graced the Los Angeles premiere of Toy Story 5, treating an unsuspecting audience to a performance of her new song, 'I Knew It, I Knew You.' Watch the performance now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2026
ABC is exploring the 40-year legacy of Pixar through the fan-favorite Toy Story franchise in the new special, Toy Story 30 Years and Beyond – A Special Edition of 20/20.
by A.A. Cristi - May 27, 2026
The Coolidge Corner Theatre in Brookline, Massachusetts will present Steven Spielberg's DISCLOSURE DAY and Christopher Nolan's THE ODYSSEY in 70mm, alongside a repertory series pairing classic films from both directors.
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2026
Disney and Pixar's TOY STORY 5 will screen at Hollywood's El Capitan Theatre, where guests can see Woody, Buzz, and Jessie on stage before the film, with opening night and fan event packages available.
by Bruce Glikas - May 20, 2026
Celebrity Autobiography is now on Broadway! This marks the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway production. Celebrity Autobiography is a Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created by Eugene Pack. Check out photos from opening night here.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Park Theatre in Jaffrey, NH announced a five-film Summer Baseball Movie Series featuring classics including THE NATURAL, BULL DURHAM, and FIELD OF DREAMS, screened in its 330-seat Eppes Auditorium with large-format sound.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026
The Nancy and David Bilheimer Capitol Theatre will present its Summer Classic Movie Series, featuring films including ARMAGEDDON, GLORY, APOLLO 13, and MIRACLE, celebrating America's 250th birthday.
by - May 11, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 11, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
by Bruce Glikas - May 8, 2026
Tom Hanks recently paid a visit to two Broadway productions, Joe Turner's Come and Gone and The Balusters. The actor, who was last seen on stage in This World of Tomorrow in 2025, posed with cast members at both shows. Check out photos here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 7, 2026
The 2026 Honorees for the Theatre World Award for an Outstanding Debut Performance in a Broadway or Off-Broadway Production have been revealed. Honorees include Luke Evans, Ayo Edebiri and more.
by Josh Sharpe - May 6, 2026
The American Revolution, the six-part, 12-hour documentary series, will stream for free on all PBS platforms from Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th, through Sunday, July 12th.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 29, 2026
City Lit Theater announced the cast for the world premiere musical SCARAMOUCHE, based on Rafael Sabatini's adventure novel, directed by Beth Wolf and featuring a 10-person cast with a 30-number score.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026
The 80th Annual Theatre World Awards Ceremony will take place on Tuesday afternoon, June 2, 2026 beginning at 2:00PM. Learn more about the upcoming awards ceremony here!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 30, 2026
Grammy and Brit award-winning global superstar and founder of the Service95 Book Club, Dua Lipa, will serve as curator of its 2026 London Literature Festival, taking place from Wednesday, October 21, to Sunday, November 1.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 31, 2026
Performances are now underway for Manhattan Theatre Club's world premiere of The Balusters, a new play by Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Meet the cast of The Balusters here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Tom Hanks has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
Tom Hanks has not appeared in the West End.
Outstanding Actor in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Lucky Guy, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Lucky Guy, Outstanding Actor in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lucky Guy, Theatre World Award (Theatre World Awards) for Lucky Guy and Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Lucky Guy.
Tom Hanks has received numerous awards throughout his career. He won two Academy Awards for Best Actor for his performances in Philadelphia and Forrest Gump. Hanks has also won four Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in a Motion Picture for his roles in Big, Philadelphia, Forrest Gump, and The Green Mile. Additionally, he received the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his work in The Green Mile. Beyond film, Hanks has earned recognition for his television work, winning Emmy Awards for his roles in the miniseries Roots and for producing the acclaimed series Band of Brothers. Tom Hanks continues to be a celebrated figure in the entertainment industry, with a varied portfolio of awards and nominations.
