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American cultural icon Thomas Jeffrey Hanks is an actor and filmmaker who achieved stardom for his comedic and dramatic roles. He first gained popularity as a lead in comedy films such as ‘Splash’ and ‘The Money Pit’ in the 1980s, before tackling more dramatic roles in movies like ‘Philadelphia,’ ‘Forrest Gump,’ ‘Saving Private Ryan,’ and ‘The Green Mile.’ With the turn of the century, Tom starred in multiple biographical dramas, including ‘Saving Mr Banks,’ ‘Sully,’ and ‘A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.’ He has led multiple franchises, like the ‘Robert Langdon’ series based on the literary works of Dan Brown, and the wildly popular animated franchise, ‘Toy Story.’
Under the banner of his production company Playtone, Tom has been involved in various limited series and television movies, such as ‘Band of Brothers,’ ‘John Adams,’ ‘The Pacific,’ and ‘Olive Kitteridge.’ Hanks has received numerous accolades, including the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, and Primetime Emmys. He has been honored with the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2002, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2014, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, and the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2020. As such, Netflix lists many of his works on its platform. If you’re wondering where to begin, the following list caters to your needs.
2. Splash (1984)
Hanks plays Allen Bauer, the co-owner of a wholesale fruit and vegetable business, who is good at what he does. However, he feels empty in his heart and craves the love of a woman. His prayers are answered in an unexpected manner when, after falling into the sea during a diving expedition, he is saved by a woman (Daryl Hannah). While Allen is finally glad to have found the woman of his dreams, the revelation that she is a mermaid comes as a shock. Madison, as the mermaid names herself, has only a few days on land, after which she must return to the sea. Meanwhile, the government learns of her and goes after her, intending to experiment on her. It is upto Allen to protect her and send her back, which he must, despite the pain of separation. Directed by Ron Howard, ‘Splash’ is a thoroughly enjoyable rom-com you can stream right here.
1. Here (2024)
Adapted from Richard McGuire’s graphic novel of the same name, ‘Here‘ by Robert Zemeckis chronicles the events taking place on one plot of land from prehistoric times to the 21st century. The narrative moves in a non-linear fashion and is seen through a static shot. As time passes, a house comes up on the land, where many families live through the ages. Tom Hanks and Robin Wright star as Richard and Margaret Young, who fall in love and build their lives around the place. Watch the moving romantic drama on Netflix.
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