Snowpiercer

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Snowpiercer

R

Released Jun 27, 2014

2h 5m

Sci-Fi

Action

Mystery & Thriller

Drama

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A post-apocalyptic ice age forces humanity's last survivors aboard a globe-spanning supertrain. One man (Chris Evans) will risk everything to lead a revolt for control of the engine and the future of the world.

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Critics Consensus

Snowpiercer offers an audaciously ambitious action spectacular for filmgoers numb to effects-driven blockbusters.

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J. Hoberman

The New York Review of Books

A madcap addition to the comic-book-derived movies that have dominated cinematic summer fare.

Mar 28, 2017

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David Sims

The Atlantic

That rare experience you don't get to have much in the summer anymore, a loud, clanging, original action flick that's grabbing you by the lapels and yelling in your ears.

Sep 22, 2016

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Jim Slotek

Toronto Sun

It's a wicked, violent parable, and one of the only movies of the summer worth talking about after the credits roll.

Rated: 4.5/5

Jan 2, 2015

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

A brainy bruiser that offers plenty of social commentary to go along with the exciting action.

Rated: 3.5/4

Mar 2, 2025

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Chance Solem-Pfeifer

Willamette Week

Snowpiercer holds a violent thrill, a stomach plummet, and a soul-crashing revelation behind each new compartment door.

Mar 1, 2025

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Diana Tuova

Spotlight on Film

Snowpiercer is a mix of something unfathomable, subversive, thought-provoking and thrilling.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 4, 2024

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Frans B

Well, this is something else. Very original and refreshing. Amazing story, excellent cinematography, heart pounding action and special effects that will drop you jaw. Stunning cast who all excels in character. Fast paced, action filled and exceptional screenplay makes this truly unique and utterly impressive. One of the greats ...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/01/25

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Joshua L

Action-packed, whimsical, comedic at times. But much more than your typical dystopian action-thriller. It’s got some themes that cut deep. If you enjoy watching something with meaning, watch Snowpiercer.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/23/25

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Griffith J

Captivatingly unique world building that makes the most of the premise. Boldly stylistic with a quirky yet great blend of genres. Beautiful variety of set design that build the imagination. The CGI is obvious but the action is intense.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/21/25

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Chris H

Grandiose and utterly implausible, like a good action film should be. Worth watching for Tilda Swinton's bizarre performance alone.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/17/25

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Stephen L

Bong Joon-ho’s Snowpiercer is a bold and inventive sci-fi thriller that combines high-concept storytelling with visceral action. Set in a dystopian future where the last remnants of humanity survive aboard a perpetually moving train, the film cleverly uses its confined setting to explore class warfare and societal imbalance. Chris Evans delivers a strong, layered performance as the reluctant leader of a revolution, while Tilda Swinton steals scenes with her delightfully bizarre portrayal of a bureaucratic enforcer. The film’s visual style is striking, making full use of its unique train-car environments, each revealing a new and unsettling layer of the world. Bong expertly balances action, tension, and dark humor, though some of the film’s allegorical elements are delivered with a heavy hand. Ambitious, intense, and visually stunning, Snowpiercer is a thrilling ride with depth and style to spare.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/16/25

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Kevin M

Bizarre film that you would have to be high to appreciate and I don't even think that would help much.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

03/09/25

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Synopsis

A post-apocalyptic ice age forces humanity's last survivors aboard a globe-spanning supertrain. One man (Chris Evans) will risk everything to lead a revolt for control of the engine and the future of the world.

Director: Bong Joon Ho
Producer: Jeong Tae-seong, Steven Nam, Park Chan-wook, Lee Taeheon
Screenwriter: Bong Joon Ho, Kelly Masterson
Distributor: Radius TWC
Production Co: Opus, CJ Entertainment, Stillking Films, Moho Film
Rating: R (Language|Drug Content|Violence)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Mystery & Thriller, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 27, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 7, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $4.6M
Runtime: 2h 5m

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