Did You Know These Behind-The-Scenes Facts About "Cast Away"?

"Cast Away" Was Not The Original Title

The original title for "Cast Away" was "Chuck of the Jungle," because Hanks initially thought they'd market the film as a comedy. Eventually, he realized the story was much more serious and decided the title had to fit. Hanks believed the film could even resonate with viewers in a metaphysical way: "Take a modern man and strip him of everything - food, water, shelter, even the ability to tell time."

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