Movie · 2022 · Action, Comedy, Thriller · 2h 6m · R · English
Curator score: 4.1/10 (2.7M ratings)
The end of the line is just the beginning.
Overview
Unlucky assassin Ladybug is determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate, however, may have other plans, as Ladybug's latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected, yet conflicting, objectives—on the world's fastest train.
Ratings
Curator score: 4.1/10
IMDb: 7.3/10
Letterboxd: 3.60/5
Rotten Tomatoes: 53%
Metacritic: 49
TMDB: 7.4/10
Director
David Leitch
Production
87North Productions, Columbia Pictures
Cast
Brad Pitt, Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Sandra Bullock, Bad Bunny, Logan Lerman, Zazie Beetz, Masi Oka, Karen Fukuhara, Kevin Akiyoshi Ching, Minchi Murakami, Kaori Taketani, Toshitaka Katsumi, Jim Garrity, Emelina Adams, Jenson Cheng
Where to watch
Hulu, fuboTV
Curator Review
Verdict
A slick, fast-moving action-comedy with a strong ensemble, playful tone, and enough visual energy to keep the ride entertaining. It’s more fun than profound, and the humor can be uneven, but the momentum, production design, and chemistry between the supporting players make it an easy watch for the right mood.
Best for
Viewers who want a glossy, joke-forward action movie
Fans of ensemble capers with intersecting storylines
People who enjoy stylized violence and comic-book pacing
Audiences looking for a light, high-energy popcorn movie
Skip if
You want tightly grounded action with minimal silliness
You dislike broad comedy or tonal whiplash
You prefer character depth over plot contrivance
You’re not in the mood for a knowingly chaotic, hyper-stylized ride
Overview
Bullet Train is built like a cocktail of assassin-movie tropes, pop-culture banter, and candy-colored violence. The setup is simple enough to keep the train moving, but the real appeal is the rhythm: characters collide, reveal hidden agendas, and trade jokes while the movie keeps escalating in increasingly ridiculous ways.
Worth noting
It works best as a showcase for ensemble chemistry and slick craft rather than airtight plotting. The action is cleanly staged, the look is polished, and the film leans into its own unseriousness with confidence. When the humor lands, it’s breezy and sharp; when it doesn’t, the movie still tends to coast on momentum.
Bottom line
For viewers in the mood for a stylish, self-aware action comedy, it delivers a good time. If you need emotional weight or a more disciplined thriller, it may feel overstuffed. But as a star-driven genre mashup with a playful streak, it has enough personality to recommend.
Top Letterboxd reviews
jonathan fujii (3.5★) · 23659 likes
Why is everyone so good looking on this damn train
✧*ೃ༄ max (4★) · 21215 likes
who allowed aaron taylor johnson to be this hot
2022 ranked
sophie (3.5★) · 17889 likes
the best part is the scene where someone tells logan lerman's character they look like a percy
dylan troesken (4★) · 13156 likes
aaron taylor mother fucking johnson smoking a cigarette like a slut is enough reason for you to see this movie.
☆ sophie ☆ (3★) · 11153 likes
thomas the train references whilst on a train >>>>>>