Tom Hanks/Steven Spielberg

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Few actor-director partnerships have been as successful as Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg. Across war epics, historical dramas, true stories, and tales of ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances, the pair have created some of the most acclaimed and influential productions of the last three decades.

Join Now Playing Podcast as we review all five Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg collaborations. From battlefields and airport terminals to Cold War intrigue and the challenges of leadership under pressure, we'll examine how these two Hollywood giants brought history, heroism, and humanity to the screen. Which film stands as their greatest achievement? How has their partnership evolved over the years? And what happens when one of America's most beloved actors teams up with one of cinema's most celebrated directors? Listen now to find out.

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Bridge of Spies

Back To The Wall

Reviewed Oct 9, 2026
During the Cold War, the Soviet Union captures U.S. pilot Francis Gary Powers after shooting down his U-2 spy plane. Sentenced to 10 years in prison, Powers' only hope is New York lawyer James Donovan, recruited by a CIA operative to negotiate his release. Donovan boards a plane to Berlin, hoping to win the young man's freedom through a prisoner exchange. If all goes well, the Russians would get Rudolf Abel, the convicted spy who Donovan defended in court. Genres: Drama, Thriller