Tom Hanks to Star in Off-Broadway Play 'This World of Tomorrow,' Based on His Short Stories

Tom Hanks will star in an upcoming play called This World of Tomorrow!

The Off Broadway production will have its world premiere this fall. The 68-year-old Forrest Gump actor co-wrote the play with playwright James Glossman based on short stories written by Tom, per Deadline.

The limited eight-week run at The Shed‘s Griffin Theater in Manhattan will be directed by Kenny Leon.

Previews for This World of Tomorrow begin October 30, and the engagement will run through December 21.