As one of the most likable actors in Hollywood, boasting a career as stellar as anyone’s ever crafted, and just a downright nice guy, Tom Hanks is a true American treasure.
Hanks has starred in a diverse collection of leading and supporting roles over the years, however, he has a penchant for inspiring stories of bravery and survival (often based on a true story or around real events), the kind that makes you want to stand up and charge through your own challenges with courage and confidence.
Some obvious, some lesser known, and a few so new you might not have even heard of them, Hanks has a resume of inspirational films that can please anyone looking for a little pick-me-up or a full-on movement of the heart and soul.
What more can we say about this cinematic legend? Here are six of the most inspirational Tom Hanks movies of all time.