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Forrest Gump

Directed by Robert Zemeckis · 1994 ·

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Is Forrest Gump worth watching?

Yes. Forrest Gump (1994) earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audiences (95%) responded more warmly than critics (71%). See the 4 inputs.

81%
Celluloid Score Recommended

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71% Editorial Rating
95% Audience snapshot · excluded
82 Metascore
★★★★☆ Letterboxd 4.2
8.8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 22m
Age rating
PG-13 (US) · 12 (UK) · M (Australia) · 14A (Canada) · PG (Philippines)
Cast
Tom Hanks , Robin Wright , Gary Sinise
Streaming
fuboTV, Paramount+, YouTube TV
Language
English

Also known as Forrest Gump: O Contador de Histórias フォレスト・ガンプ／一期一会 포레스트 검프 阿甘正传 阿甘正傳 ฟอร์เรสท์ กัมพ์ อัจฉริยะปัญญานิ่ม Cuộc Đời Forrest Gump فورست غامب

Where to watch

  • fuboTV
  • Paramount+
  • YouTube TV

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Spectrum On Demand

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Forrest Gump by country

Country Streaming on
India Disney+ Hotstar
Japan Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT
Turkey TV+
United Arab Emirates Shahid
United Kingdom Netflix, Paramount+
United States fuboTV, Paramount+, YouTube TV

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (71/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (95%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (82/100).
  • Letterboxd diarists rate it highly (4.2/5).
  • IMDb users score it 8.8/10.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick
  • Crowd-pleaser seekers — audiences liked it more than critics

Not ideal for

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    Is Forrest Gump worth watching?

    Yes — Forrest Gump earns an 81% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    Sentimental, sweeping, and endlessly quotable — a pop-culture touchstone that still divides critics and unites audiences.

    , Founder & Editor

    Audiences (95%) responded more warmly than critics (71%).

    What is Forrest Gump about?

    A kind-hearted Alabama man with a low IQ unwittingly influences decades of American history while searching for his childhood love Jenny.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Forrest Gump

    Forrest Gump (1994) Review: History Through Innocent Eyes

    Forrest Gump is Robert Zemeckis's sweeping tragicomic odyssey through postwar America, anchored by Tom Hanks as a gentle Alabama man who never stops loving Jenny.

    Yes. It is a landmark of American popular cinema, funny, heartbreaking and endlessly rewatchable, perfect for anyone who can embrace unapologetic sentiment.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Forrest Gump: frequently asked questions

    Is Forrest Gump worth watching?

    Yes. Forrest Gump (1994) has a Celluloid Score of 81%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Forrest Gump?

    In the United States, Forrest Gump streams on fuboTV, Paramount+, YouTube TV with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar in India; Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, U-NEXT in Japan; TV+ in Turkey; Shahid in the United Arab Emirates. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Forrest Gump?

    Forrest Gump runs 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).

    What is Forrest Gump rated?

    Forrest Gump is rated PG-13 in the United States, 12 in the UK, M in Australia, 14A in Canada and PG in the Philippines. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Forrest Gump?

    Forrest Gump is directed by Robert Zemeckis and stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise.

    What is the Metascore for Forrest Gump?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Forrest Gump is 82 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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