Tom Hanks is set to play Mr. Rodgers in a biopic.
“This is the perfect alchemy of talent coming together at the perfect time to remind us all of the transformative power of kindness and respect to heal and to unite. We are proud to partner with Marielle, Tom and everyone at Big Beach to bring this inspirational true story to audiences all over the world,” Hannah Minghella, president of TriStar Pictures Hannah Minghella said.