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Tom Hanks to Play Abraham Lincoln in 'Lincoln in the Bardo' Film

Tom Hanks is set to star as former US President Abraham Lincoln in the film adaptation of George Saunders' acclaimed novel "Lincoln in the Bardo." The project, directed by Duke Johnson, will blend live-action and stop-motion animation and is currently in production in London. Hanks will also produce the film alongside Gary Goetzman through his Playtone company. Lincoln remains a frequent figure in popular culture, recently portrayed by Hamish Linklater in "Manhunt" and famously by Daniel Day-Lewis in Steven Spielberg's 2012 biopic.

Key Points: Tom Hanks Cast as Abraham Lincoln in New Film Adaptation

  • Tom Hanks cast as Abraham Lincoln
  • Adaptation of Booker Prize-winning novel
  • Hybrid live-action and stop-motion film
  • Directed by Duke Johnson
  • Novel explores Lincoln's grief over son's death
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Tom Hanks to portray Abraham Lincoln in 'Lincoln in the Bardo' film adaptation

Oscar-winner Tom Hanks will portray President Abraham Lincoln in the hybrid live-action and stop-motion adaptation of George Saunders' novel 'Lincoln in the Bardo'.

"Hanks will appear as the live-action version of the 16th US President. - The Hollywood Reporter"

London, February 24

Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks is set to portray former US President Abraham Lincoln in the feature adaptation of George Saunders' best-selling 2017 novel Lincoln in the Bardo. The novel, which won the 2017 Booker Prize, explores Lincoln's grief over the death of his 11-year-old son, Willie Lincoln, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

The film, helmed by Duke Johnson, will be a hybrid of live-action and stop-motion animation and is currently in production in London. Johnson, known for co-directing the Oscar-nominated animated feature Anomalisa (2015), is directing the project from a script penned by Saunders himself.

Hanks will appear as the live-action version of the 16th US President. He is also producing the film alongside Gary Goetzman for Playtone, while Johnson, Paul Young, and Devon Young Rabinowitz are producing for Starburns Industries. Executive producers include Saunders, Steven Shareshian, and Aaron Mitchell.

Hanks' recent works include The Phoenician Scheme, Here, and Freaky Tales. He will also reprise his voice role as Woody in Pixar's upcoming Toy Story 5, set to release this summer, and stars in Aaron Schneider's forthcoming World War II drama Greyhound 2, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Lincoln's legacy has remained prominent in popular culture in recent years. Actor Hamish Linklater portrayed the president in the 2024 Apple TV+ series Manhunt, while the Broadway comedy Oh, Mary!, examining Lincoln's personal life, won multiple Tony Awards last year. Daniel Day-Lewis famously won the Best Actor Oscar for portraying Lincoln in Steven Spielberg's 2012 biopic, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Interesting choice. Hanks is a great actor, no doubt. But I wonder if he has the same gravitas for such a historical figure? Spielberg's Lincoln is a tough act to follow. Still, the novel's focus on grief is a unique angle. Will watch for sure.
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Aman W
As a film student in Mumbai, this is exciting news! The mix of live-action and stop-motion is bold. George Saunders writing the script himself is a huge plus. Hope it gets a proper release here in India. Our theatres need more such unique content beyond just masala movies.
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Sarah B
The premise of a father's grief is universal. It reminds me of stories from our own epics, where great leaders also faced personal tragedies. Looking forward to seeing how they handle this emotional core. Tom Hanks is perfect for conveying that kind of pain.
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Vikram M
Good to see diverse projects getting made. But honestly, how many more Lincoln films do we need? Hollywood seems obsessed with the same few historical figures. There are so many incredible stories from around the world, including from Indian history, waiting to be told on this scale.
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Kavya N
Tom Hanks producing as well! He's a legend. Between this, Toy Story 5, and his other projects, he's busier than ever. Hope the focus on a parent's loss resonates with audiences here. We understand that sentiment deeply in our culture.

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