Jim Hanks
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- June 15, 1961 in Shasta County, California, USA
- Active Years
- 1993–2023 (31 Years)
- Total Credits
- 41 credits in database
Biography
Jim Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on June 15, 1961, in Shasta County, California. He is the younger brother of Tom Hanks. Jim Hanks has played numerous minor roles in film and made guest appearances on television. He has also provided voice work for various "Toy Story" merchandise, including action figures, video games, audio storybooks, and Disney theme park ride narrations. He is married to Karen Hanks and they have one son. Jim Hanks has been involved in the entertainment industry for many years, with over 40 known credits.
Career overview
Jim Hanks is an American actor. He has played numerous minor roles in film and guest appearances on television. He has acted in at least 40 known credits.
Jim Hanks is the younger brother of Tom Hanks. He has provided the voice for the "Woody" action figures from the Toy Story franchise. This is in addition to his brother's voice work in the movies. He has also recorded Woody's voice for various merchandise, video games, audio storybooks, and Disney theme park ride narrations.
Jim Hanks has appeared in films such as Forrest Gump, Mírová bojiště, and Dexter. He has also made guest appearances on television.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- The War on Disco (2023) as Self
- Lamp Life (2020) as Woody (voice)
- Abnormal Attraction (2018) as Frank Stein
- BLOOD TYPE (2018) as Stew
- The Sex Trip (2017) as Matt Flannery
- The Robot Chicken Christmas Special: The X-Mas United (2015) as Polar Express Conductor (voice)
- I Know That Voice (2014) as Self
- Automotive (2013) as Detective Fulton
- I Married Who? (2012) as Director
- Acts of Violence (2010) as Detective Mike
- Deadwater (2008) as Ensign Buford
- Shark Swarm (2008) as Nick Atkins
- Dexter (2006) as Annoyed Man
- Robot Chicken (2005) as Forrest Gump / Jim Hanks (voice)
- Swing (2003) as Club Jimbo Maitre D'
- Purgatory House (2003) as Saint James
- Scrubs (2001) as Dr. Turner
- Cahoots (2001) as Mr. Marsh
- Buzz Lightyear of Star Command: The Adventure Begins (2000) as Sheriff Woody (voice)
- Blood on the Backlot (2000) as Officer Holbrook
- The Big Guy and Rusty the Boy Robot (1999) as Dwayne Hunter (voice)
- Inferno (1999) as Tour Bus Driver
- Baby Geniuses (1999) as Goon Ray
- The Ransom of Red Chief (1998) as Mailman
- Smart Guy (1997) as Director
- Psycho Sushi (1997) as Yuriel
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Jerry
- Toy Story Treats (1996) as Woody (Voice)
- Tiny Toy Stories (1996) as Woody
- JAG (1995) as Kyle Anderson
- Freefall: Flight 174 (1995) as Mechanic (uncredited)
- Xtro 3: Watch the Skies (1995) as Prvt. Friedman
- Portrait in Red (1995) as Detective Wilder
- Forrest Gump (1994) as Forrest Gump Running Double
- Forrest Gump (1994) Stunt Double
- Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman (1993) as Les Barrish
- Buford's Beach Bunnies (1993) as Jeeter Buford
- Stuck! as Edgar
- Two Minutes to Midnight as Joe Levine
- Blood Corral as Michael Arman
- Mulberry to Rome
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jim Hanks best known for?
Jim Hanks is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Lamp Life (2020), I Know That Voice (2014), I Married Who? (2012), Shark Swarm (2008).
When and where was Jim Hanks born?
Jim Hanks was born on June 15, 1961 in Shasta County, California, USA.
How many credits does Jim Hanks have?
Jim Hanks has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1993 to 2023.
What is Jim Hanks's background in cinema and television?
Jim Hanks is an American actor and filmmaker. He was born on June 15, 1961, in Shasta County, California. He is the younger brother of Tom Hanks. Jim Hanks has played numerous minor roles in film and made guest appearances on television. He has also provided voice work for various "Toy Story" merchandise, including act...
Jim Hanks by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Forrest Gump (1994) as Forrest Gump Running Double — aged about 33
- Dexter (2006) as Annoyed Man — aged about 45
- Scrubs (2001) as Dr. Turner — aged about 40
- Smart Guy (1997) as Director — aged about 36
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Jerry — aged about 35
- Robot Chicken (2005) as Forrest Gump / Jim Hanks (voice) — aged about 44
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