Forrest Gump
“The world will never be the same once you've seen it through the eyes of Forrest Gump.”
Where to watch Forrest Gump in Canada
Forrest Gump is streaming on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, FlixFling, YouTube and Amazon Video. Availability checked 11 June 2026.
About Forrest Gump
Forrest Gump is a 1994 movie in the Comedy, Drama and Romance genres, directed by Robert Zemeckis, starring Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Gary Sinise. It has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.5/10 from 29,816 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Forrest Gump in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Robert Zemeckis's career-best — a baby-boomer history-of-America told through the eyes of a man too uncomplicated to be cynical about it. Sentimental on purpose, ruthlessly well-crafted, and worth the rewatches it gets.
Good for: Anyone who enjoys big, accessible, era-spanning storytelling.
— Amchimovie editorial
Forrest Gump trailer
Overview
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.
Top cast
Tom Hanks
Forrest Gump
Robin Wright
Jenny Curran
Gary Sinise
Lieutenant Dan Taylor
Sally Field
Mrs. Gump
Mykelti Williamson
Bubba Blue
Michael Conner Humphreys
Young Forrest Gump
Hanna Hall
Young Jenny Curran
Haley Joel Osment
Forrest Junior
Siobhan Fallon Hogan
School Bus Driver
Rebecca Williams
Nurse at Park Bench
Bob Penny
Crony
Harold G. Herthum
Doctor
George Kelly
Barber
John Randall
Crony
Sam Anderson
Principal Hancock
Margo Moorer
Louise
Ione M. Telech
Elderly Woman
Christine Seabrook
Elderly Woman's Daughter
John Worsham
Southern Gentleman / Landowner
Peter Dobson
Young Elvis Presley
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Forrest Gump in Canada?+
In Canada, you can stream Forrest Gump on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, FlixFling, YouTube and Amazon Video.
Is Forrest Gump on Netflix?+
Forrest Gump is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Basic with Ads.
How long is Forrest Gump?+
Forrest Gump has a runtime of 2 hours 22 minutes (142 minutes).
Who stars in Forrest Gump?+
Forrest Gump stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, Sally Field and Mykelti Williamson.
When did Forrest Gump come out?+
Forrest Gump is a 1994 movie directed by Robert Zemeckis.
What genre is Forrest Gump?+
Forrest Gump is Comedy, Drama and Romance film.
Who directed Forrest Gump?+
Forrest Gump was directed by Robert Zemeckis.
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