Overview
A man with a low IQ has accomplished great things in his life and been present during significant historic events—in each case, far exceeding what anyone imagined he could do. But despite all he has achieved, his one true love eludes him.
MovieMagicScore Overview
Auto-generatedRobert Zemeckis's 1994 comedy-drama with a tender romantic thread follows a kind-hearted man of modest intellect who, almost by accident, finds himself swept through decades of pivotal twentieth-century history, achieving remarkable things while pining for a lifelong love. Sweeping yet intimate, it blends humor, heartbreak, and Americana into a fable about fate, decency, and perseverance. The tone is warm, wistful, and crowd-pleasing. One of its era's most beloved films, it carries a MagicMovieScore of 8.5. It appeals broadly to viewers who enjoy emotional, feel-good storytelling, historical sweep, and gentle reflections on luck, loss, and the meaning of a life.
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Top Cast
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Robin Wright
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Gary Sinise
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Sally Field
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Mykelti Williamson
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Michael Conner Humphreys
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Hanna Hall
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Haley Joel Osment
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29,684 ratings, tightly clustered. This score is unlikely to move more than 0.02 with new ratings.
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Movie Info
Release Date
June 23, 1994
Runtime
2h 22m
Rating
PG-13
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Romance
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