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Tom Hanks explains in a recent interview that his ongoing interest in World War II stories comes from the opportunity to tell deeply human, historical tales, a pull that has kept him returning to WWII projects for over 25 years since Band of Brothers.
Tom Hanks and historian Jon Meacham discuss a new 20-episode History Channel docuseries, World War II With Tom Hanks, which presents a comprehensive global view of the conflict from the 1939 invasion of Poland to Japan’s 1945 surrender, produced with the National World War II Museum. Executive produced by Hanks and Meacham, the series aims to illuminate the war’s scale and its lessons for today—addressing revisionist histories and democratic resilience—and premieres on Memorial Day as part of America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
Tom Hanks says his lifelong interest in World War II is driven by present-day moral questions; ahead of a 20-part History Channel documentary, World War II with Tom Hanks, he aims to explore themes of freedom, equality, and humanity, not nostalgia, and hints he’ll continue optioning WWII stories with ongoing projects sparked by childhood memories of veterans’ reunions.
Disney revealed the first Toy Story 5 trailer at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, showing room-only footage of Woody and Buzz returning to lead a new adventure as toys face an electronics-driven threat to playtime; Tim Allen and Tom Hanks appeared on stage, and the film, with a broad voice cast, is set for a June 19 release.
Deadline reports three studios are bidding to finance and distribute The Comebacker, a baseball-themed drama reuniting Tom Hanks with director Marielle Heller. Based on a Dave Eggers short story, the script is by Heller and produced by Gary Goetzman (Playtone) and Leah Holzer (Defiant By Nature); production is set for October, with Sony and Focus among the bidders and a third distributor in the mix.
Tom Hanks narrates World War II with Tom Hanks, a 20-episode History Channel documentary series that reexamines the war through a global lens, exploring battles, leadership, espionage, and civilian cost; produced by Nutopia and A+E Factual Studios with the National WWII Museum, and set to premiere on Memorial Day as part of History’s 250th celebration.
Colin Hanks recalls a family dinner with the Candys during the release of Splash, highlighting Tom Hanks' early hero traits akin to Woody from Toy Story, and reflects on John Candy's legacy and personal struggles, as explored in the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me'.
Tom Hanks publicly celebrated his wife Rita Wilson's birthday with a heartfelt post featuring a photo of her in a swimsuit, highlighting their over 37-year marriage and strong bond, complemented by Wilson's own reflections on commitment and her artistic pursuits.
Tom Hanks was seen wearing a mask on the subway, but it didn't prevent the public from recognizing him amid ongoing NYC news stories, including a recent stabbing at 125th Street station and other local updates.
Jimmy Kimmel's late night show will host its seventh annual Brooklyn episodes from September 29 to October 3, featuring a star-studded lineup including Tom Hanks, Ryan Reynolds, Bruce Springsteen, and others, with musical performances by Geese, Living Colour, Public Enemy, and Reneé Rapp, all taped live at the Brooklyn Academy of Music.
The article criticizes recent comments by Donald Trump that disparage Tom Hanks, a prominent storyteller of lunar history, highlighting concerns about how such attitudes may hinder public understanding and progress in lunar exploration efforts like NASA's Artemis program.
President Trump criticized the cancellation of a planned award ceremony at West Point honoring Tom Hanks, calling him 'woke' and 'destructive,' after the alumni association decided to cancel the event, citing a focus on military training and core values.
President Trump celebrated the cancellation of a West Point alumni group honoring Tom Hanks with the 2025 Sylvanus Thayer Award, criticizing Hanks as 'destructive' and 'WOKE,' amid broader efforts to influence military and educational institutions' ideological direction.
Donald Trump criticized Tom Hanks after West Point canceled a ceremony honoring him, citing concerns over 'woke' recipients, despite Hanks' extensive military-related work and veteran support. Trump praised the decision, linking it to broader issues of fairness in awards, while Hanks' military portrayals and veteran advocacy highlight his patriotic contributions.
President Trump celebrated the cancellation of a West Point alumni award for Tom Hanks, criticizing him as 'woke' and unworthy, amid broader political efforts to target perceived 'woke' influences in military and cultural institutions.