Tom Hanks Returns to Broadway Stage in New Play 'This World of Tomorrow'

Tom Hanks is set to make his highly anticipated return to Broadway after a 14-year hiatus, starring in the new play "This World of Tomorrow." The production, co-written by Hanks himself, will also feature Tony Award winner Kelli O'Hara. This marks Hanks's first stage appearance on Broadway since his 2013 role in Nora Ephron's "Lucky Guy," for which he received a Tony nomination.

The strictly limited engagement is slated for a Fall 2027 premiere and will be directed by Kenny Leon. The announcement was made by producer Brian Anthony, generating significant buzz within the theater community. The play's themes and specific plot details are still emerging, but its star power and creative team promise a notable addition to the Broadway season.