First look trailer of Tom Hanks starrer 'News of the World' out

The first look trailer of 'News of the World' starring American actor Tom Hanks was released on Wednesday.
The film is slated for a theatrical release on December 25.

The film reunites Hanks with director Paul Greengrass, who had helmed the 2013 best picture nominee `Captain Phillips` that Hanks also starred in.

The film`s screenplay -- adapted from Paulette Jiles` best-selling book -- was co-written by Greengrass and Luke Davies, who was nominated for a best-adapted screenplay Oscar in 2016 for 'Lion.'

The film is produced by Gary Goetzman, Gregory Goodman, Gail Mutrux, Steven Shareshian and Tore Schmidt.

Set in 1870s, the plot revolves around Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd played by Hanks, a widowed veteran who is travelling from town to town, sharing news from around the world.