Hollywood Made a Movie About the Man Who Lived in an Airport for 18 Years

Sir Alfred Mehran spent nearly 18 years living inside an airport in Paris, France, after becoming stranded there due to complicated immigration and travel circumstances. His extraordinary story eventually inspired the Hollywood movie The Terminal, starring Tom Hanks. From living in an airport terminal for years to having his life story reach millions through Hollywood, Mehran’s journey is one of the most unusual stories ever told. But how much did Hollywood pay him for the rights to his story, and what really happened to him after all those years at the airport? Watch until the end to learn the incredible story behind the man who inspired one of Hollywood’s most memorable films. #SirAlfredMehran #TheTerminal #TomHanks #Hollywood #TrueStory