Tom Hanks' Forgotten Sci-Fi Film 'Finch' Becomes Late-Night Streaming Hit

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Tom Hanks' 2021 sci-fi film "Finch", which was met with a mostly positive reception from critics and audiences when it premiered on Apple TV+, has quietly become a top 10 most popular watch in over 15 countries around the world, even 5 years after its initial release. The film, which follows a robot built to protect his creator's beloved dog, has found new life as a late-night streaming favorite.

Why it matters

Hanks is one of the most renowned and acclaimed actors of his generation, with a filmography spanning over 30 years. While some of his projects have become blockbuster hits, others have flown under the radar. "Finch" represents one of those lesser-known Hanks films that has managed to find a dedicated audience years after its initial release, highlighting the unpredictable nature of audience tastes and the lasting power of quality storytelling.

The details

"Finch" was released on Apple TV+ in 2021, written by Craig Luck and Ivor Powell, and directed by Miguel Sapochnik, known for his work on "Game of Thrones" and "House of the Dragon". The film was met with mostly positive reviews, holding a 74% critics score and 68% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite this, the film did not make a major splash upon its initial release. However, over the past 5 years, it has quietly become one of the top 10 most popular watches on the platform in over 15 countries around the world, resonating with late-night audiences.

• "Finch" was released on Apple TV+ in 2021.
• The film has remained a top 10 most popular watch on the platform for the past 5 years.

What’s next

Hanks is set to star in the upcoming sequel to his 2020 Apple TV+ film "Greyhound", which is currently in production and expected to be released sometime next year.