The remarkable true story of an unrivalled journey to recreate
the greatest run in film history 15,621 miles, five-times across
the United States.
Becoming Forrest is the incredible story of Englishman Rob Pope,
a veterinarian who left his job in pursuit of a dream - to become
the first person ever to complete the epic run undertaken by one
of Hollywood's most beloved characters, Forrest Gump. After his
momma urged him to do one thing in life that made a difference,
he flew to Alabama, put on his running shoes, and sped off into
the wilderness.
His remarkable journey covered 15,600 miles, the distance from
the North to the South Pole and a third of the way back. Over a
grueling 18 months, braving injuries, blizzards, forest fires and
deadly wildlife, he crossed the United States five times.