Nike Cortez “Forrest Gump” Returns May 2024

The Nike Cortez “Forrest Gump” will be released again on May 8, 2024, for $110. Furthermore, the shoes are labeled a Quickstrike and will come constructed in a premium theme.

The Nike Cortez was originally released in 1972, and in 2022, the silhouette celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The brand will re-release the Nike Cortez “Forrest Gump” in premium form two years after celebrating the half-a-century milestone.

The ‘Forrest Gump’ Nike Cortez last released in OG form back in 2018, while a ‘Basic’ version dropped in 2019. In 2023, we saw CLOT take the silhouette and put their own spin on it, with one of the three colorways dressed in the classic color scheme.

On July 6, 1994, the film “Forrest Gump” was released in theaters. In the film, Forrest, played by Tom Hanks, was gifted the OG Cortez by Jenny Curran (Robin Wright) before he went on a run. The shoes would take him on a 15,000-mile run before he would stop and go home due to tiredness. This scene is where the nickname comes from.

The iconic Cortez comes dressed in a White, Varsity Red, Varsity Blue, and Metallic Silver color combination. Constructed with White leather on the base with Red across the tongue branding, heel overlay, and large Swoosh across the panels. The signature stripe on the midsole is done in Blue, while White hits the Nike branding on the heels, and we have Silver lace dubraes. Completing the look is a waffle rubber outsole.

Nike Cortez Forrest Gump 2024 Release Date

You can expect the Nike Cortez “Forrest Gump” to release at select retailers and Nike.com on May 8th, 2024. The retail price is $110. Once we have more information, we will make sure to update you. For now, check out additional photos of the previous launch below.

The Cortez “Forrest Gump” makes a return on May 8, 2024, in a nod to the iconic cinematic moment from the 1994 film bearing the same name. Labeled as a Quickstrike, these sneakers immerse enthusiasts in a wave of nostalgia with their connection to Forrest Gump’s memorable cross-country run. The premium construction adds an extra layer of allure, inviting both fans of the classic film and sneaker aficionados to relive a piece of cultural history. As the Cortez once again takes center stage, its timeless design and cinematic significance continue to resonate, making it a must-have for those seeking a blend of style and storytelling.

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Update (4/19/24): A release will occur on May 8th via SNKRS.

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