Forrest Gump vs The Five-Year Engagement
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 5.9/10 for The Five-Year Engagement). The Five-Year Engagement is the shorter watch at 2h 4m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2012). Both are comedy, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
The Five-Year Engagement| Forrest Gump | The Five-Year Engagement | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 5.9/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2012 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 2h 4m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Comedy, Romance |
| Country | United States of America | United States of America |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Nicholas Stoller |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | Emily Blunt, Chris Parnell, Alison Brie, Rhys Ifans, Jason Segel |
Synopsis
Forrest Gump
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.
The Five-Year Engagement
Exactly one year after Tom meets Violet, he surprises her with a wedding ring. By all accounts, Tom and Violet are destined for their happily ever after. However, this engaged couple just keep getting tripped up on the long walk down the aisle.
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