Brad Pitt recently took us on a wild ride with F1, the adrenaline-charged sports drama that has become the biggest box-office success of his career. A few years back, Pitt fronted another high-speed spectacle, Bullet Train. The star-studded action comedy from director David Leitch didn’t come close to matching F1’s commercial success, but there’s a case to be made that the movie never got the credit it deserved. Over time, the film has aged remarkably well, earning a growing reputation as a modern cult favorite, with some fans even calling for sequels. Now, the movie has become more accessible, having just landed on a new streaming platform.
Bullet Train first hit streaming via Netflix after Sony licensed the film to the platform, before later rolling out on Disney+ and Hulu. Its reach has only expanded since, most recently making a stop on HBO Max. At these major destinations, the movie has been a consistent performer, frequently landing on top-streamed charts worldwide even three years after its release. Now, Prime Video wants in on the fun, becoming the latest service to secure the rights. Beginning December 3, 2025, Bullet Train will speed onto the Amazon-owned station, where it’s expected to draw another enthusiastic wave of viewers. Based on the 2010 novel by Kōtarō Isaka, the synopsis for the film reads:
“Unlucky assassin Ladybug (Pitt) 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.”
‘Bullet Train’ Divided the Critics and Audience
Bullet Train featured a large ensemble including Joey King, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Brian Tyree Henry, Andrew Koji, Hiroyuki Sanada, Michael Shannon, Benito A. Martínez Ocasio (aka Bad Bunny), and Sandra Bullock, with surprise cameo appearances from Channing Tatum and Ryan Reynolds. Critics, however, felt the film didn’t fully deliver on its narrative potential, reflected in its 52% Rotten Tomatoes score and a consensus that largely faulted the storyline.
Those criticisms seemed to deter moviegoers as the movie made about $240 million, which, though enough to recoup its $90 million investment, wasn’t quite enough to earn it blockbuster status. Audiences saw things differently, awarding it a far stronger 76% score. As one viewer put it, “It could have been a more entertaining ride, but if you’re in the mood for a decent thriller to pass the time, Bullet Train will get you where you want to go.” Time has validated the audience’s take, as despite its flaws, Bullet Train remains a reliable fan favorite for viewers seeking an energetic, easy-to-love watch.
You can begin streaming Bullet Train on Prime Video from December 3, 2025.
Release Date
August 5, 2022
Runtime
126 minutes
Writers
Zak Olkewicz