New on Prime Video | TransSiberian (2008) | StreamingGuide.ca

An American couple, Roy and Jessie, return from a mission in China via the Trans-Siberian Railway. Their journey takes a dark turn when they befriend fellow travelers Carlos and Abby, leading to a chain of deception and murder. As tensions escalate, Jessie finds herself alone and entangled in a dangerous web of crime, struggling with trust and survival amidst the vast, icy stretches of Russia. The plot thickens with narcotics officer Ilya Grinko’s entrance, unfolding a story of betrayal, secrets, and a relentless pursuit of justice across the chilling backdrop of the Siberian railway.

Length: 1h 51m
Genre: Suspense, Drama
This Title is: Exciting, Tense

TransSiberian is New on Prime Video in Canada!

Trailer

Cast

Woody Harrelson as Roy
Emily Mortimer as Jessie
Ben Kingsley as Ilya Grinko

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R

Content advisory includes nudity, violence, substance use, alcohol use, smoking, foul language, sexual content

Trivia

The movie was shot on location in Lithuania, with the government providing 40 kilometers of track for filming.
Emily Mortimer agreed to do the movie just two days before filming began, starting the project without having finished reading the script.
After its premiere at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, the movie received positive reviews for its story and atmospheric sense, grossing $5.9 million worldwide.

Our Review

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TransSiberian is great for its taut storytelling and atmospheric tension, evoking a chilling sense of suspense throughout its runtime. The performances, particularly those of Woody Harrelson, Emily Mortimer, and Ben Kingsley, are standout, adding depth and complexity to the movie’s engaging plot. While the movie adheres to some traditional thriller tropes, it excels in execution, making for a compelling and memorable viewing experience. Critics and audiences alike have lauded its ability to maintain suspense and provide an authentic glimpse into the intriguing backdrop of the Trans-Siberian railway.