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The Passenger

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A struggling airport shuttle driver (Djimon Hounsou) in Minneapolis illegally takes a stranded twenty-something (Kodi Smit-McPhee) to Chicago and soon finds himself trapped in a terrifying ride he can’t escape.
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Paul Lê Tales from the Paulside Jun 5
3/5
Vadim Perelman's thriller shouldn't go unseen, particularly if you prefer your thrillers to be more confined and, for the most part, limited to two characters. Go to Full Review
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Charles k G @KevinG007 Jun 17 Movie was very intriguing from the start. And kept me in suspense the entire movie. See more Andrea F @AndreaFrancolini Jun 14 Outstanding acting and thrilling movie. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Jun 13 The Passenger is a surprisingly solid thriller that kept my attention from beginning to end. The story follows a shuttle driver who spends his days transporting travelers to and from the airport, only to find himself caught in a dangerous situation involving a terrorist bomber. What works so well is that the film never tries to become a giant action spectacle. Instead, it stays focused on the tension and the difficult choices facing an ordinary man. The lead character feels believable, which makes the danger feel more real. Rather than relying on unrealistic heroics, the movie lets the suspense build naturally. While it is clearly a streaming film, that actually works in its favor because the smaller scale helps keep the story grounded. Overall, The Passenger is an overlooked thriller that deserves more attention. It delivers solid suspense, a believable premise, and enough tension to keep viewers invested. It may not reinvent the genre but it was fine See more Annette A @aracha2026 Jun 12 The Passenger is an entertaining and suspenseful thriller. The story follows a driver who agrees to transport a mysterious passenger, only to find himself caught in a dangerous and unsettling situation. The film does a good job of building tension and keeping the mystery alive throughout the journey. What I enjoyed most was the atmosphere and sense of uncertainty. The performances were solid, and the film kept me wondering what would happen next. While some parts felt familiar and a few plot elements could have been developed further, the suspense kept me engaged. See more Chance Maurice N @Chance-Maurice Jun 11 Watching The Passenger felt like a tense but meaningful journey for me. As the couple’s peaceful road trip turns into a haunting experience, I realized how quickly life can shift from comfort to uncertainty, and what stayed with me most is the importance of awareness, courage, and staying grounded even when fear follows you. My joyful takeaway is that even when we face invisible challenges in life, strength comes from staying calm, trusting yourself, and moving forward despite the unknown. See more Marie Ange U @Mahari Jun 10 A very satisfying movie that i have watched in this whole week. i have been recommended this movie by a friend and i didn't know that i am going to enjoy this much. i am very satisfied. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis A struggling airport shuttle driver (Djimon Hounsou) in Minneapolis illegally takes a stranded twenty-something (Kodi Smit-McPhee) to Chicago and soon finds himself trapped in a terrifying ride he can’t escape.
Director
Vadim Perelman
Producer
Cary Davies
Screenwriter
Bennett Fisher
Distributor
Vertical
Production Co
Dark Castle Entertainment
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 5, 2026, Limited
Runtime
1h 32m