ActionThrillerCrimeDrama

Bullet Train Explosion

When panic erupts on a Tokyo-bound bullet train that will explode if it slows below 100 kph, authorities race against time to save everyone on board.

Release Date : 2025-04-23

Language :Japanese

Adult : false

Status : Released

Production Company : NetflixEPISCOPE

Production Country : Japan

Alternative Titles : The Bullet TrainBullet Train Explosion

Cast

Character Name : Kazuya Takaichi

Original Name : 草彅剛

Gender : Male

Character Name : Yuko Kagami

Original Name : 尾野真千子

Gender : Female

Character Name : Mitsuru Todoroki

Original Name : 要潤

Gender : Male

Character Name : Chika Matsumoto

Original Name : のん

Gender : Female

Character Name : Keiji Fujii

Original Name : 細田佳央太

Gender : Male

Character Name : Kodai Hayashi

Original Name : 黒田大輔

Gender : Male

Character Name : Masayoshi Goto

Original Name : 松尾諭

Gender : Male

Character Name : Ichikawa

Original Name : 大後寿々花

Gender : Female

Character Name : Yuzuki Onodera

Original Name : 豊嶋花

Gender : Female

Character Name : Yuichi Kasagi

Original Name : 斎藤工

Gender : Male

Character Name : Yuki Fukuoka

Original Name : 二代目尾上松也

Gender : Male

Character Name : Elettricista

Original Name : 六平直政

Gender : Male

Character Name : Koga Masatoshi

Original Name : ピエール瀧

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shigeru Suwa

Original Name : 坂東彌十郎

Gender : Male

Character Name : Yukino Yamamoto

Original Name : 西野恵未

Gender : Female

Character Name : Ninomiya

Original Name : 大原優乃

Gender : Female

Character Name : Tsutomu Onodera

Original Name : 森達也

Gender : Male

Character Name : Sasaki Kentaro

Original Name : 田村健太郎

Gender : Male

Character Name : Kawagoe Yoshiharu

Original Name : 岩谷健司

Gender : Male

Character Name : Mogi Tsuyoshi

Original Name : 谷口翔太

Gender : Male

Character Name : Yoshimura Shinnosuke

Original Name : 大場泰正

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shinohara Kazuko

Original Name : 屋敷紘子

Gender : Female

Character Name : Aoyama Honoka

Original Name : 中山ひなの

Gender : Female

Character Name : Nagano

Original Name : 森優作

Gender : Male

Character Name : Itsuki

Original Name : 木原勝利

Gender : Male

Character Name : Shima

Original Name : 金子鈴幸

Gender : Male

Character Name : Sana

Original Name : Emi Satsuki

Gender : Male

Character Name : Fukui Hirotaka

Original Name : 北岡龍貴

Gender : Male

Character Name : Nara Masami

Original Name : Risa Sakata

Gender : Female

Character Name :

Original Name : 田中要次

Gender : Male

Reviews

Manuel São Bento

@msbreviews

2025-04-25

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://movieswetextedabout.com/bullet-train-explosion-film-review-visually-sharp-strong-direction-narratively-safe/ "Bullet Train Explosion is a legacy sequel that honors the spirit of the original without being bound by it, opting for a more accessible, modern approach. The suspense scenes are effective, the cast delivers solid performances, and there's a remarkable - if not fully successful - attempt to tackle relevant social themes amid the intense action. Nevertheless, the lack of stronger character development, the tendency to over-explain, and a somewhat inconsequential narrative prevent the movie from achieving the emotional impact it aspires to. It entertains, and at times provokes reflection, but it could - and perhaps should - have gone further." Rating: B-

RalphRahal

@RalphRahal

2025-05-05

Bullet Train Explosion (2025) is an interesting ride that tries to bring back the disaster-thriller vibe but falls a little short on the human side of things. The directing by Shinji Higuchi feels like it cares more about showing the technical process of running a train than about telling a story through its characters. You can tell a lot of work went into the production itself, especially with the practical effects, model sets, and tight editing that really keep the tension high. The problem is, while everything looks good and feels intense, the characters end up feeling like background noise rather than the heart of the movie. It feels more like you are watching a really well-made simulation than being pulled into a story. The acting is decent, especially from Tsuyoshi Kusanagi, who manages to bring some presence even without a lot of material to work with. The script, though, feels a bit thin, like it was written just enough to move from one tense scene to another without really digging into who these people are. The cinematography is clean and sharp, with some really impressive shots during the action sequences, and the sound design does a solid job of keeping you in that high-stakes atmosphere. The score is there but not very memorable, mostly serving the moment without standing out. Overall, it is a movie you can enjoy for the tension and visuals, but if you are hoping to get attached to the characters or dive deep into the story, it might leave you wanting more.