Train to Busan

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Train to Busan

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In Theaters Aug 14

1h 58m

Horror

Mystery & Thriller

Action

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A man (Gong Yoo), his estranged daughter and other passengers become trapped on a speeding train during a zombie outbreak in South Korea.

Critics Consensus

Train to Busan delivers a thrillingly unique -- and purely entertaining -- take on the zombie genre, with fully realized characters and plenty of social commentary to underscore the bursts of skillfully staged action.

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Yeon Sang-ho

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Gong Yoo

Seok Woo

Jung Yu-mi

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Ma Dong-seok

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Chris Stuckmann

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07/16/2020

A+

It could not be done better. They pulled no punches with this movie.

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Alexandra Heller-Nicholas

The Blue Lenses

08/25/2018

Train to Busan is horror as it should be: intelligent, fun, and celebrating life with every mad twist and new take on death that it can find.

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Matthew Lickona

San Diego Reader

01/06/2017

3/5

Director Yeon Sang-ho makes smart use of the cramped quarters, and while it's true that his zombies' abilities tend to vary according to the requirements of the moment, it's easy to overlook amid the onslaught of action and emotion.

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Brian Bisesi

Horror Movie Club Podcast

Feb 25

4.5/5

Train to Busan has everything you could want from a zombie film - great effects, tense action, and most importantly, a core of authentic characters that drive home the film’s powerful emotions and themes.

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Bryce Hanson

Horror Movie Talk

Sep 18

9/10

This film really excels at pacing. It’s not long, but zombie movies often feel like an eternity to me. This one kept me engaged throughout.

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Bianca Garner

Filmotomy

10/03/2024

There’s a high degree of believability to this film and the scenario that’s unfolding.

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Aprilx21st T

@Aprilx21st May 28

One of the best zombie movies I've seen.

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Aileen C

@Aileen600 May 27

Amazing acting. Had me crying in the end.

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Mickey B.

@Mickerdoo May 23

Wow. Really impressive undertaking in production and polished product. Fierce zombies and good puzzles. Liked Yoo and Dong-seok.

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Nishant M

@Nishant08 May 21

This was my first zombie movie, and I didn't expect to enjoy this much. Train To Busan had the perfect mix of horror, thrill, action and emotions. The way the zombie outbreaks keeps spreading and taking over everything keeps you completely hooked. What I liked is that it's not just about zombies it also showed how differently people behave in tough situations. Definitely a must watch for anyone who enjoys thriller or horror movies.

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Aline U

@RT20767791 May 21

I love Korean movies when they make them. this movie has been one of my favorite horror movie. it is very emotional while keeping it scary. the actors were very captivating . this is a great movie to watch as a group at night with friends.

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Canaan N

@RT68535418 May 19

Movie was predictable. Dude getting shamed for being selfish the whole movie. Obviously he’s going to sacrifice himself at the end to prove a plot point. Pregnant Lady & Kid? Obviously they will survive until the end. A lot of deaths could’ve been avoided & a lot of moments were dramatized having a stare off like speed zombies aren’t coming to get the next. Majority of character’s decision making annoyed me & a lot of them weren’t realistic. Could’ve find a better ways for them to think illogical and still get the death scenes you needed. Overall still a classic zombie movie a good plot.

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Synopsis

A man (Gong Yoo), his estranged daughter and other passengers become trapped on a speeding train during a zombie outbreak in South Korea.

Director: Yeon Sang-ho
Producer: Lee Dong-ha
Screenwriter: Yeon Sang-ho, Park Ju-seok
Distributor: Well Go USA Entertainment
Production Co: RedPeter Film
Rating: R (Bloody Violent Content)
Genre: Horror, Mystery & Thriller, Action
Original Language: Korean
Release Date (Theaters): Jul 22, 2016, Limited
Rerelease Date (Theaters): Aug 14, 2026
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 6, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $2.1M
Runtime: 1h 58m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)