Top 10 Movies About Train Drivers

Description: Set during WWII, this film follows a French Resistance leader who must stop a train carrying priceless art from being taken to Germany. The train driver plays a crucial role in this high-stakes game of cat and mouse.

Fact: The film was shot on location in France, using real trains from the era, adding authenticity to the scenes.

Description: This classic thriller revolves around a group of hijackers who take control of a New York City subway train, demanding a ransom. The film's tension hinges on the interactions between the hijackers and the train operator, making it a quintessential train driver movie.

Fact: The film was remade in 2009 with Denzel Washington and John Travolta. The original was so popular that it inspired a novelization by John Godey.

Description: A light-hearted adventure where a book editor becomes embroiled in a murder mystery aboard a train. The train driver's role is pivotal in the climax, showcasing the importance of their job in a comedic setting.

Fact: The film was one of the first major roles for Gene Wilder, who became famous for his comedic timing.

Description: While not directly about train drivers, this film features a pivotal scene where a train driver faces off against man-eating lions, showcasing the dangers of the job in a remote setting.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, and the train scene was filmed on location in South Africa.

Description: This animated adventure captures the magic of Christmas through the eyes of a young boy on a mysterious train ride. The train driver, known as the Conductor, plays a central role in guiding the children on their journey.

Fact: The film used motion capture technology to bring the characters to life, and Tom Hanks voiced six different characters, including the Conductor.

Description: Wes Anderson's film follows three brothers on a train journey through India. While not focused on the train driver, the film captures the essence of train travel and the lives of those who work on the trains.

Fact: The train used in the film was a real train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Description: This biographical drama tells the story of Eric Lomax, a former British Army officer and railway enthusiast, who confronts his past as a POW during WWII. His love for trains intertwines with his journey of healing.

Fact: The film is based on Lomax's autobiography, and Colin Firth's performance earned him a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.

Description: Two escaped convicts board a runaway train with no brakes, leading to a high-stakes survival story. The film captures the essence of a train driver's nightmare scenario, where control is lost, and every second counts.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident in 1903 when a train in Montana ran away after its crew jumped off. It was nominated for three Academy Awards.

Description: A tense thriller set on the Trans-Siberian Express, where an American couple's journey turns into a nightmare. The train driver's role is crucial in the unfolding events.

Fact: The film was shot on location on the actual Trans-Siberian Railway, providing an authentic backdrop.

Description: A historical drama about the infamous 1963 British train robbery. While not about train drivers per se, it highlights the importance of the train crew in the heist's execution.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use a real train for filming, adding to its realism.