Peril on the Night Train
Peril on the Night Train

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Peril on the Night Train

2024
Movie
87 min
English

The theft of a priceless new code machine by enemy agents sends the Five on an eventful train journey up to Scotland.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Arthur PendeltonGenres: Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disparate group of passengers finds themselves trapped on a luxurious overnight train when a valuable jewel goes missing. As tensions rise and suspicion falls on everyone, a suave detective must unravel a web of deceit and hidden motives before the train reaches its destination, or the thief strikes again.

Critical Reception

Peril on the Night Train was a moderate success, praised for its intricate plot and classic whodunit structure, though some critics found its pacing uneven. Audiences enjoyed the ensemble cast and the atmospheric setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Engaging mystery with a clever twist ending.

  • Strong performances elevate the familiar premise.

  • Atmospheric and suspenseful, though occasionally predictable.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the classic mystery feel and the suspenseful build-up, often citing the surprising culprit as a highlight. Some viewers noted the plot felt a bit dated by modern standards.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Golden Globes (Jasper Thorne).

Fun Fact

The iconic steam locomotive used in the film, 'The Starlight Express', was a fully restored vintage engine that is now a museum piece.

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