Train to Busan
Life-or-death survival begins.
When a zombie virus pushes Korea into a state of emergency, those trapped on an express train to Busan must fight for their own survival.
Directed by Yeon Sang-ho · Action · Horror · Thriller · 118 min · 2016
Trailer
Director
Yeon Sang-ho
Writer
Park Joo-suk
Studio
Next Entertainment World / RedPeter Films
Release
2016-07-20
Runtime
118 min
Genres
Action, Horror, Thriller
Full Plot
Sok-woo, a father with not much time for his daughter, Soo-ahn, are boarding the KTX, a fast train that shall bring them from Seoul to Busan. But during their journey, the apocalypse begins, and most of the earth's population become flesh craving zombies. While the KTX is shooting towards Busan, the passenger's fight for their families and lives against the zombies - and each other.
Cast & Characters
Seok-woo
Gong Yoo
Soo-ahn
Kim Su-an
Sung-gyeong
Jung Yu-mi
Sang-hwa
Don Lee
Yeong-gook
Choi Woo-shik
Jin-hee
An So-hee
Sang-hwa, Seong-kyeong's husband
Ma Dong-seok
Kim Su-an, Seok-woo's daughter
Jin-hee, Yong-guk's cheerleader girlfriend
Sohee
Yon-suk, a high-ranking executive
Kim Eui-sung
a homeless man
Choi Gwi-hwa
Ki-chul, a train attendant
Jang Hyuk-jin
In-gil, Jong-gil's older sister
Ye Soo-jung
the KTX team leader
Han Seong-soo
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $8.5M, Train to Busan has grossed $87.5M worldwide — about 10.3x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Train to Busan is part of TMDb's "Train to Busan Collection."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
The film is based on an original story by Park Joo-suk.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Train to Busan holds 7.8/10 on TMDb (8538 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
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Ratings as of August 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Train to Busan good? What are critics saying?+
Train to Busan holds 7.8/10 on TMDb (8538 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
How long is Train to Busan?+
Train to Busan has a runtime of 118 min.
Who directed Train to Busan?+
Train to Busan was directed by Yeon Sang-ho.
Where can I watch Train to Busan?+
Train to Busan is available to stream, rent, or buy on Google Play Movies, YouTube, STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video, Sky Store, Amazon Prime Video, Lionsgate Play, Lionsgate Play Apple TV Channel, Lionsgate Play Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Many reviewers found "Train to Busan" to be a surprising yet emotionally draining watch, with some praising its originality and others finding it too intense. Some critics noted that the film's zombie apocalypse is not as groundbreaking as other films in the subgenre. The majority of reviewers agreed that it was well worth watching, even if they don't usually enjoy zombie movies.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
**Horror express.** A week ago I saw a zombie film from Japan called 'I Am a Hero' and now this Korean. I have not seen a quality zombie film at the recent time. The second tier films like 'Cooties', 'Freaks of Nature', 'Scouts Guide...', all these were comedies. Probably 'World…
Reno · 8/10With a couple of the zombie movies I've watched recently, I've found myself able to go so far in my reviews as to credit the films for some modicum of surprise originality, alongside a rating of four of five out of ten. But it has been **years** since I've been able to say that I…
Gimly · 7/10Fantastic watch, will watch again, and can definitely recommend for those looking for a new zombie movie to watch. This one really had me yelling at the screen: I was heavily invested....until I was basically emotionally exhausted. I don't think I reacted quite how the director w…
Kamurai · 9/10If you enjoy reading my Spoiler-Free reviews, please follow my blog @ https://www.msbreviews.com Zombie apocalypse is far from being a groundbreaking subgenre. The Walking Dead franchise is arguably the most popular show on Earth when it comes to portraying this supernatural futu…
Manuel São Bento · 10/10**Well worth your time at leasst once.** Train to Busan is an excellent zombie horror film on a train!\ \ It had great development, with character build to invest you in their survival on a zombie infested train. The pacing starts slow but by the time it hits full throttle you wo…
TkA · 9/10
From the trailer's comments
I saw this movie on Monday in a London cinema and I seriously suggest you all go watch it! It was gripping, funny, emotional and had me on the edge of my seat. I was never a fan of zombie movies but this film is the exception to the rule!!!
@hinger25 · 23 likesthis was the best zombie movie ever
@dansmith1474 · 19 likesALL ZOMBIE FAN IN UK guys Must Watch this Movie SO AWESOME and such like a roller coaster experience!
@mitageneralsantos5954 · 9 likesOne of the best movies I had watched
@five443 · 7 likesWho reach this on 2019, December. 16???
@ivyschannel58 · 2 likesDefinitely need to see this movie! Looks badass!
@mrx1333 · 3 likes- Army of darkness = 10/10👍 - Shaun of the dead = 10/10👍 - Resident evil = 10/10👍 - I'am legend = 10/10👍 - Zombieland = 10/10👍 - World War Z = 10/10👍 - Train to busan = 10/10👍
@hisyamnct3845 · 8 likesYes. This. I can't wait.
@chrish2226 · 3 likes
