Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. How Well Do You Know Tom Hanks? Dive into the world of one of Hollywood’s most beloved actors, Tom Hanks—an 80s star who became a household name with his charm, versatility, and enduring career. From his breakthrough roles in iconic 80s films to his Oscar-winning performances, this quiz celebrates his journey from a fresh-faced talent to a cinematic legend. 1 / 15 1. Which 1984 film marked Tom Hanks' first major leading role as a teenager who becomes an adult? Forrest Gump Big Sleepless in Seattle Cast Away Tom Hanks starred as Josh Baskin in Big, a 1984 fantasy comedy where a 13-year-old’s wish to be grown-up comes true, launching his rise to stardom. Tom Hanks starred as Josh Baskin in Big, a 1984 fantasy comedy where a 13-year-old’s wish to be grown-up comes true, launching his rise to stardom. 2 / 15 2. Which 1984 film launched Tom Hanks’ career as a comedic star? Splash Bachelor Party Big The Money Pit The mermaid romance catapulted Hanks to fame. The mermaid romance catapulted Hanks to fame. 3 / 15 3. Which film featured Hanks’ character stranded on a deserted island? Cast Away The Terminal Captain Phillips Apollo 13 Hanks’ Chuck Noland survived for years with only a volleyball named “Wilson.” Hanks’ Chuck Noland survived for years with only a volleyball named “Wilson.” 4 / 15 4. What was Hanks’ character’s name in Apollo 13 (1995)? Jim Lovell Ken Mattingly Fred Haise Jack Swigert Hanks portrayed the real-life astronaut in the space survival drama. Hanks portrayed the real-life astronaut in the space survival drama. 5 / 15 5. What is Hanks’ character Forrest's hometown in Forrest Gump (1994)? Savannah, Georgia Greenbow, Alabama Austin, Texas Charleston, South Carolina Forrest Gump hails from Greenbow, Alabama, a fictional town central to the film’s narrative. Forrest Gump hails from Greenbow, Alabama, a fictional town central to the film’s narrative. 6 / 15 6. Tom Hanks won his first Academy Award for Best Actor for which film? Forrest Gump Philadelphia Saving Private Ryan A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Hanks earned his first Oscar for playing Andrew Beckett, a lawyer battling AIDS, in Philadelphia (1993), though his 80s roles laid the foundation for his dramatic career. Hanks earned his first Oscar for playing Andrew Beckett, a lawyer battling AIDS, in Philadelphia (1993), though his 80s roles laid the foundation for his dramatic career. 7 / 15 7. In the film Big, what iconic prop does Hanks' character use to play the piano? A computer keyboard A giant floor piano A toy keyboard A church organ The giant floor piano at FAO Schwarz is a memorable scene in Big, where Hanks’ character dances and plays “Heart and Soul” with Robert Loggia. The giant floor piano at FAO Schwarz is a memorable scene in Big, where Hanks’ character dances and plays “Heart and Soul” with Robert Loggia. 8 / 15 8. In the 1987 film Dragnet, what is Tom Hanks' character's profession? Detective Writer Teacher Doctor In Dragnet (1987), Tom Hanks plays Pep Streebeck, a young detective who partners with the veteran Joe Friday, played by Dan Aykroyd. The film is a comedic take on the classic police procedural TV series. In Dragnet (1987), Tom Hanks plays Pep Streebeck, a young detective who partners with the veteran Joe Friday, played by Dan Aykroyd. The film is a comedic take on the classic police procedural TV series. 9 / 15 9. Who directed Hanks in Saving Private Ryan (1998)? Steven Spielberg Ron Howard Robert Zemeckis Clint Eastwood Spielberg’s war epic starred Hanks as Captain John Miller. Spielberg’s war epic starred Hanks as Captain John Miller. 10 / 15 10. In the 1989 film Turner & Hooch, what breed of dog co-stars with Tom Hanks? French Mastiff German Shepherd Golden Retriever Rottweiler Hanks plays Detective Scott Turner alongside a messy French Mastiff named Hooch in this 1989 buddy cop comedy. Hanks plays Detective Scott Turner alongside a messy French Mastiff named Hooch in this 1989 buddy cop comedy. 11 / 15 11. What unique honor did Tom Hanks receive in 2016 for his lifetime achievement? Kennedy Center Honors Presidential Medal of Freedom A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Honorary Oscar Hanks was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2016, the highest civilian honor in the U.S., recognizing his cultural impact. Hanks was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President Barack Obama in 2016, the highest civilian honor in the U.S., recognizing his cultural impact. 12 / 15 12. Which Hanks film won him back-to-back Best Actor Oscars in 1994 and 1995? Philadelphia & Forrest Gump Apollo 13 & Saving Private Ryan Big & Cast Away The Green Mile & Road to Perdition Hanks is one of only two actors to achieve this feat. Hanks is one of only two actors to achieve this feat. 13 / 15 13. Which film featured Hanks’ character saying, “There’s no crying in baseball!”? A League of Their Own Moneyball The Sandlot Bull Durham Hanks played a coach in the 1992 women’s baseball drama. Hanks played a coach in the 1992 women’s baseball drama. 14 / 15 14. Which 1980s film marked Hanks’ first voice-acting role? The Simpsons Movie Toy Story An American Tail Cars Hanks voiced a minor character (Irish mouse) in this animated classic. Hanks voiced a minor character (Irish mouse) in this animated classic. 15 / 15 15. Which Hanks role required him to lose 55 pounds for the role? Chuck Noland (Cast Away) Andrew Beckett (Philadelphia) Jim Lovell (Apollo 13) Woody (Toy Story) Hanks weighed from 225 pounds to 170 pounds. Hanks weighed from 225 pounds to 170 pounds. Share this quiz if you like it. LinkedIn Facebook VKontakte Restart quiz Post navigation What Classic Motorcycle Matches Your Personality?How Deep is Your Nirvana Band Knowledge?
