On numerous social media platforms, a trailer for Forrest Gump 2 has been circulating and has intrigued the interest of fans of the movie, worldwide. The clip, put out by KH Studio on their YouTube channel on July 31, 2024, has been watched more than 100,000 times and has sparked speculation about the future of the film franchise.
That said, it's important to mention that the preview that was widely circulated, was not a real one. There is no prequel to be released in 2025. The studio took clips from various videos and created a concept trailer showcasing what appeared like an authentic Forrest Gump 2 trailer.
The description under the video also mentions the same thing. It reads:
"Please note that this video is a concept trailer created solely for artistic and entertainment purposes. I have meticulously incorporated various effects, sound design, AI technologies, movie analytics, and other elements to bring my vision to life."
It continues:
"Its purpose is purely artistic, aiming to entertain and engage with the YouTube community. My goal is to showcase my creativity and storytelling skills through this trailer. Thank you for your support, and let's dive into the world of imagination!"
The new trailer for Forrest Gump 2 currently doing the rounds, is a made-up one
A trailer for Forrest Gump 2 released by KH Studios, which specialises in creating concept trailers, has been doing the rounds on social media for quite some time now. The trailer shows the audience a glimpse into Forrest's life following Jenny's death, with a strong focus on his relationship with his son, Forrest Jr.
In the concept trailer, Tom Hanks is shown as returning to play the titular character in Forrest Gump 2, with Timothee Chalamet assuming the role of his and Jenny's son. The approximately one-minute and twenty-four-second trailer provides viewers with a glimpse into the challenges Forrest and his son face in their relationship. It also sheds light on their individual journeys and the decisions they must make in order to persevere.
About Forrest Gump
Released on July 6, 1994, starring Tom Hanks, Forrest Gump chronicled the experiences of the titular character, residing in Alabama in the United States in the 20th century.
The story displayed how one man struggled to adapt to the mishaps of life, but also explored how he put efforts to preserve relationships with other people who were close to him.
Over the years, Forrest Gump has accumulated a cult following, serving as inspiration for the plots of several projects, the latest one being Laal Singh Chaddha (India), which was a direct adaptation of the film and the book.
Concluding thoughts
For now, Forrest Gump 2 seems to be out of the question. However, for the many fans who got excited with the recently released concept trailer for the movie's second installment, rewatching the original movie would be a good idea.
Forrest Gump is available for streaming on several popular OTT platforms including Paramount +, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Apple TV Plus. It is also available on Fubo TV, YouTube, Sling TV, the Roku Channel, YouTube TV, Google Play Movies, and Fandango at Home.
While some of the platforms enlisted will allow users to watch the film with a basic subscription, others might require that additional payments be made.