Bullet Train Explosion 2025
Bullet Train Explosion (2025) is a Japanese action thriller directed by Shinji Higuchi, released globally on Netflix on April 23, 2025. Serving as a modern reimagining of the 1975 film The Bullet Train, it stars Tsuyoshi Kusanagi as Kazuya Takaichi, a dedicated Shinkansen employee, and features a supporting cast including Kanata Hosoda, Non, and Takumi Saitoh .Plot Overview The film centers on the Hayabusa No. 60, a high-speed Shinkansen traveling from Shin-Aomori to Tokyo. Shortly after departure, an anonymous caller informs the East Japan Railway Company that a bomb has been planted on the train, set to detonate if its speed drops below 100 km/h. The bomber further proves the threat by destroying a freight train in Aomori-Higashi. In response, the railway company clears all Shinkansen lines within eastern Honshu and orders the Hayabusa No. 60 to pass through Hachinohe, disable Automatic Train Control, and maintain a speed above 120 km/h, all while keeping the bomb's existence a secret from the passengers. The bomber then demands a ransom of 100 billion yen from all Japanese citizens in exchange for deactivating the bomb. As the situation escalates, Kazuya Takaichi and his team must navigate the crisis, balancing the safety of the passengers with the bomber's demands .Production Details Unlike its predecessor, Bullet Train Explosion received support from the East Japan Railway Company, which provided actual Shinkansen units and railway facilities for filming. The production team utilized a combination of realistic miniatures, CGI, and LED backgrounds to depict the high-speed train and explosive sequences authentically .Reception and Reviews As of now, critic reviews for Bullet Train Explosion are not widely available. However, some initial reviews have offered insights into the film's reception. Heaven of Horror notes that while the film delivers intense action sequences, it may feel somewhat familiar to audiences, drawing comparisons to films like Speed . The film's runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes has also been mentioned, with some reviewers feeling that the length may not be entirely necessary for the story. For viewers interested in high-stakes action thrillers with a focus on teamwork and dedication, Bullet Train Explosion offers an engaging cinematic experience. Its blend of realistic train operations and suspenseful narrative provides a fresh take on the classic "bomb on a moving vehicle" trope. Bullet Train Explosion is available for streaming on Netflix.
- 2025
- 2 h : 14 min
- 310 views
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6.3
- TV-14
Anu
2025-04-24 19:24:23
"Bullet Train Explosion" is an action movie that feels like they used to make back in the day. It's reminiscent of "Speed" with Bullock and Reeves, but swaps the bus for a runaway train. It's perfect for passing the time lightly and enjoyably. It's not an Oscar-worthy film, but it's pleasant to watch despite its long runtime. The effects are decent, and some actors shine in their roles. That said, when it comes to the big reveal of the villain, you can't help but raise an eyebrow and mutter, "Seriously, that's the bad guy?"-it's a bit of a letdown. I recommend it to anyone looking for an action flick to enjoy with a side of popcorn.