Tom Hanks' son Chet recreates iconic 'Forrest Gump' scenes with father, fans say 'this is epic'
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Tom Hanks' son Chet Hanks is bringing back the magic of ionic 'Forrest Gump' movie in a new way.
The 34-year-old recently dropped a music video for his country duo's latest single, 'You Better Run,' featuring none other than his Oscar-winning father Hanks.
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Chet Hanks recreates Forrest Gump’s iconic running scenes
The music video pays tribute to one of Tom Hanks' most legendary films, recreating some of its most famous scenes frim the movie.
In the video, Chet Hanks reenacts several of the film’s memorable running moments, including the famous "Run, Forrest, run" scene.
He even takes on the look of the long-bearded version of 'Forrest Gump' as he runs across the country, Parade noted.
Chet, who also stars in Netflix’s 'Running Point' alongside Kate Hudson, doesn’t stop at the running scenes.
Tom Hanks makes a special cameo in the video
Chet Hanks even sits on a bench with a box of chocolates, just like his father did in the 1994 film that won Best Picture at the 1995 Academy Awards.
Tom Hanks, 68, makes an appearance in the music video, sitting on the bench alongside his son. Even at one point, he gives Chet a disapproving look.
The video brings together nostalgic elements from the classic film while giving it a modern twist.
The father-son duo shares a heartfelt moment that delighted fans of both the movie and Chet’s music.
Fans react to Chet Hanks' video with dad Tom Hanks on 'Forrest Gump' theme
At the end of the video, Tom and Chet Hanks share a warm embrace, a full-circle moment that resonated with viewers.
"Wow! This is EPIC," one user wrote under Chet’s Instagram snippet from the video. Another person said it was "so iconic" to have Tom included.
"Seeing you and your dad in this video is EVERYTHING!" wrote another fan.
"Ayyy we got a cameo from the [GOAT] 🐐 in there!! Love it!!" added one more.
"Omg the way you tied Forrest Gump and your dad into this! Amazing!" another person shared.
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