Mark Wahlberg was presented with an opportunity to join Star Trek in the role of Captain Kirk’s father. Thus, it’s not surprising that Tom Hanks was allegedly thought of for a prominent part in the same immensely successful sci-fi movie franchise. This is not the least favorable Star Trek film, according to Rotten Tomatoes; rather, it is regarded by critics as one of the best in the series: 1996’s “Star Trek: First Contact.”

Tom Hanks Showed Enthusiasm for Playing an Important Star Trek Role
Which Star Trek role was Tom Hanks considered for?
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In the publication, “The Fifty-Year Mission,” Brannon Braga, a screenwriter for “Star Trek: First Contact,” disclosed that there were discussions regarding Tom Hanks portraying Dr. Zefram Cochrane in the film — a part that