Forrest Gump vs The Way Way Back
Forrest Gump has the higher audience score (8.5/10 against 7.1/10 for The Way Way Back). The Way Way Back is the shorter watch at 1h 43m compared with 2h 22m. Forrest Gump is the older of the two (1994 against 2013). Both are comedy, drama movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Forrest Gump
The Way Way Back| Forrest Gump | The Way Way Back | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 8.5/10 | ★ 7.1/10 |
| Year | 1994 | 2013 |
| Length | 2h 22m | 1h 43m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Romance | Comedy, Drama |
| Country | United States of America | United States of America |
| Director | Robert Zemeckis | Jim Rash, Nat Faxon |
| Main cast | Gary Sinise, Robin Wright, Tom Hanks, Hanna Hall, Siobhan Fallon Hogan | Rob Corddry, Liam James, Amanda Peet, AnnaSophia Robb, Sam Rockwell |
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 Way Way Back
Shy 14-year-old Duncan goes on summer vacation with his mother, her overbearing boyfriend, and her boyfriend's daughter. Having a rough time fitting in, Duncan finds an unexpected friend in Owen, manager of the Water Wizz water park.
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