Forrest Gump, Robert Zemeckis and Curious George

Forrest Gump’s Original Draft Included a Curious George Appearance, Says Robert Zemeckis
The original draft of Forrest Gump included an appearance from Curious George. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, Forrest Gump was released in United States theaters in July 1994. It stars Tom Hanks as the titular character,
Curious George was originally a character in “Forrest Gump” until Robert Zemeckis cut him: 'That monkey's gotta go'
The beloved animated monkey first appeared in H.A. Rey's 1939 short story Cecily G. and the Nine Monkeys. He was so popular that George quickly spawned his own book series, leading to various other media centering on the character, including films and TV shows.
'Here' Review: Robert Zemeckis' One-Location Drama Is a Mawkish 'Forrest Gump' Reunion
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“Forrest Gump ”Originally Had an Unexpected Supporting Character: Curious George
Forrest Gump could have looked a lot different. Speaking to Entertainment Weekly in a video published Nov. 13, Forrest Gump director Robert Zemeckis and stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright opened up about the creation of the movie.
Curious George was supposed to be in ‘Forrest Gump’ — but the director decided ‘that monkey’s gotta go’
Run, Curious George, run! The animated monkey was in the original script for “Forrest Gump,” director Robert Zemeckis revealed with stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright in the latest of “Entertainment Weekly’s Reunions” video series released Wednesday.
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