He's famously lent his voice to classic kids' movies like Cars, The Polar Express and the Toy Story franchise — now you'll hear Tom Hanks' warmly familiar cadence in a new wildlife series, The Americas, kicking off tonight on NBC.
Showcasing "the wonders, secrets and fragilities of the Americas," the 10-part television event will feature the two-time Academy Award winner as our guide as the series takes viewers "on a breathtaking journey across the supercontinent, full of never-before-seen wonders and awe-inspiring moments experienced alongside the creatures that call it home," per NBC. Production on the new series reportedly took five years and over 180 expeditions in both North and South America to reveal "the spectacular landscapes of Earth’s most varied landmass — the only one to stretch between both poles." Adding an extra dose of epicness? Music will come courtesy of legendary Oscar-winning composer Hans Zimmer.
