Are you a fan of heart-pounding action and the raw power of nature or technology gone awry? Then buckle up for a cinematic journey through some of the most intense train disaster movies ever made. This collection not only showcases the dramatic potential of railway catastrophes but also delves into the human stories that unfold amidst the chaos. From historical events to fictional nightmares, these films will keep you on the edge of your seat, offering a unique blend of suspense, drama, and sometimes, a touch of the supernatural.

The Train (1964)
Description: Set during WWII, this film involves a train carrying priceless art treasures, with French resistance fighters trying to prevent it from reaching Germany, leading to a thrilling chase.
Fact: The film was shot on location in France, using real trains from the era.


The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)
Description: While not strictly a disaster movie, this film involves a hijacked subway train in New York City, leading to a tense standoff and a potential catastrophe if the demands aren't met.
Fact: The film's title refers to the train's departure time, 1:23 PM.


The Cassandra Crossing (1976)
Description: This film captures the tension aboard a plague-infected train, heading towards an old, unsafe bridge known as the Cassandra Crossing. The suspense builds as passengers and authorities face a moral and physical dilemma.
Fact: The film was shot in several European countries, and the actual Cassandra Crossing was a real bridge in Switzerland, although it was not used for the movie.


Unstoppable (2010)
Description: Based on true events, this film follows a runaway freight train carrying hazardous chemicals, with two unlikely heroes working to stop it before it causes a massive disaster.
Fact: The film was inspired by the CSX 8888 incident in 2001, where a train ran uncontrolled for nearly two hours.


The Commuter (2018)
Description: Liam Neeson stars as an ex-cop caught in a deadly game on a commuter train, where every passenger could be a suspect or a victim, leading to a high-stakes disaster scenario.
Fact: The film was shot on actual trains, providing an authentic feel to the action sequences.


The Great Train Robbery (1903)
Description: While not a disaster film per se, this silent film includes a dramatic train robbery scene, which ends in a chase and a crash, making it a pioneer in action cinema.
Fact: This film is considered one of the earliest examples of narrative filmmaking.


The Ghost Train (1941)
Description: This British film blends comedy and horror with a train that's supposedly haunted, leading to a series of mysterious events and a potential disaster.
Fact: The film was remade several times, including a 1931 version directed by Walter Forde.


Runaway Train (1985)
Description: Two escaped convicts board a train that becomes a runaway, hurtling towards disaster. The film explores themes of freedom, survival, and the human spirit against the backdrop of an uncontrollable train.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident in 1963 when a train in Japan became a runaway.


The Tunnel (2001)
Description: This German film tells the story of an East German family trying to escape to the West through a tunnel, with a train playing a pivotal role in their escape plan.
Fact: The film is based on real events during the Cold War.


The Bullet Train (1975)
Description: A Japanese film where a bullet train is hijacked, and the passengers' lives hang in the balance as the train speeds towards a potential catastrophe.
Fact: The film was remade in 2015 as "The Bullet Train" with a modern twist.
