Forrest Gump vs The Lucky One
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 7.2/10 for The Lucky One). The Lucky One is the shorter watch at 1h 41m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2012). Both are drama, romance movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
The Lucky One| Forrest Gump | The Lucky One | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 7.2/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2012 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 1h 41m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Drama, Romance |
| Country | United States of America | – |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Scott Hicks |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | Taylor Schilling, Jay R. Ferguson, Blythe Danner, Adam LeFevre, Joe Chrest |
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 Lucky One
A Marine travels to Louisiana after serving three tours in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman he believes was his good luck charm during the war.
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