Former Congressman Charlie Wilson 's story ' ` ` Charlie Wilson 's War '' Wilson is portrayed by Tom Hanks in the film . While in Congress , Wilson helped secure funding to support Afghan rebels . Wilson is pleased at the way the war turned out .
Former congressman Charlie Wilson 's story became `` Charlie Wilson 's War '' Wilson is portrayed by Tom Hanks in the film . While in Congress , Wilson helped guide funding to support Afghan rebels . Wilson is pleased at the way the movie turned out .