Tom Hanks '90s Star

No actor owned the 1990s quite like Tom Hanks. In a single decade, he went from quirky comedian to two-time Oscar winner, romantic leading man, dramatic powerhouse, and one of the most beloved stars in Hollywood. Whether he was surviving a disastrous blind date, coaching baseball players, battling prejudice, inspiring a nation with a box of chocolates, or falling in love over a dial-up internet connection, Hanks became the face of an era.

Join Now Playing Podcast as we review eight essential films from Tom Hanks' remarkable 1990s run, including Joe Versus the Volcano, The Bonfire of the Vanities, A League of Their Own, Philadelphia, Forrest Gump, That Thing You Do!, Sleepless in Seattle, and You've Got Mail. Some became Oscar-winning classics. Some became beloved romantic comedies. Some became infamous Hollywood misfires. Together, they tell the story of an actor at the height of his powers and a decade that helped define modern movie stardom. Listen now to find out which of these Hanks performances still have us saying, "There's no crying in podcasting!"