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Night Train (2023): Cast & Ratings

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Night Train is a 2023 crime thriller directed by Shane Stanley, starring Danielle C. Ryan as Holly McCord, Joe Lando and Abraham Benrubi. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. Its Echo Score is 49/100.

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Night Train (2023) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Director
Shane Stanley
Genres
Crime , Thriller , Action
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Night Train About?

The premise of Night Train without spoilers.

Driven to protect her young son, Holly McCord becomes involved in a dangerous scheme to transport black market drugs across state lines in a modified truck. Pursued by the authorities and with two bounties on her head, she must rely on her skills and courage to evade capture. Holly takes control of “Night Train,” determined to outrun, outgun, and outlast those who stand between her and her son’s safety.

Night Train Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • black market
  • crooked fbi agent
  • fbi agent
  • female agent
  • caravan trailer
  • medical supplies
  • souped up pickup truck
  • pickup truck
  • woman wears a black bomber jacket
  • grid girl
  • hostess
  • toyota motor vehicle
+38 more
  • illegal car race
  • michelin tire
  • michelin max speed mkv
  • rock song
  • revving engine
  • revving sound
  • revving car engine
  • big pharma
  • night train
  • plastic box
  • siren sound
  • drinking
  • alcohol
  • female motorcycle racer
  • motorcycle helmet
  • motorcycle race suit
  • leather motorcycle suit
  • repair garage
  • leather clad woman
  • woman wears black leather
  • blonde woman
  • revving motorcycle engine
  • alpinestars jacket
  • camouflage pants
  • ktm motorcycle
  • golf club
  • baseball cap
  • woman wears a baseball cap
  • metal box
  • drinking beer
  • fn p90
  • weapon dealer
  • arms dealer
  • film crew
  • trailer
  • jackass
  • renting
  • hollywood
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Cast & crew

Night Train Cast & Characters

Danielle C. Ryan leads the cast as Holly McCord, with Joe Lando as Chuck McCord and Abraham Benrubi as Mr. Maxwell. Directed by Shane Stanley; 14 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Night Train

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From the director

More from Shane Stanley

More films directed by Shane Stanley, best-rated first: The Untold Story, Double Threat, Break Even and Mistrust.

Full filmography
Ratings

Night Train Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 49/100, strongest in sensory experience (60) and weakest in rewatch factor (45).

49 /100

Night Train Echo Score Breakdown

Night Train elicits a divided response, with many reviewers highlighting its uneven execution while a minority note occasional strengths. The film suffers from a fragmented narrative, inconsistent pacing, and limited visual flair, which many describe as mediocre or outright poor. Conversely, a few viewers commend moments of effective cinematography and occasional compelling performances. This blend of negative and modestly positive feedback results in a middling overall rating that reflects the film's mixed but generally underwhelming reception.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 45

    In terms of art and craft, the film is largely viewed as subpar. Critics point to mediocre cinematography, uninspired production design, and lackluster editing, describing the visual style as dull and the sound design as atrocious. A small number of reviewers acknowledge a few well‑shot sequences and commendable visual effects. Overall, the artistic execution leans toward the lower end of the scale.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When evaluating character and emotion, opinions are split. Many reviewers criticize the acting as flat, the characters as underdeveloped, and the chemistry as unconvincing, labeling performances as mediocre or cringe‑inducing. However, some note solid performances from lead actresses and occasional emotional depth. The balance of negative and modestly positive comments places the character score near the midpoint.

  • Story & Flow 55

    Story and flow receive mixed assessments. Numerous comments describe the plot as disjointed, slow, and lacking clear direction, with pacing issues that result in boredom. A few reviewers point out twists, occasional engagement, and a pickup in momentum later in the film. This combination of criticism and limited praise yields a slightly above‑average but still moderate story score.

  • Sensory Experience 60

    Sensory experience shows modest strengths despite overall flaws. While many note an absence of impactful sound design and limited action, some praise specific sequences for their visual composition and effective use of lighting. Positive remarks about atmospheric moments and occasional impressive visual effects counterbalance the negative feedback, resulting in a somewhat higher sensory rating.

  • Rewatch Factor 45

    Rewatch factor is generally low. The majority of reviewers find the film unenjoyable on repeat viewings, citing lack of entertainment value and an unengaging narrative. A few suggest that lowered expectations or interest in niche elements could make a second viewing tolerable, but these viewpoints are outweighed by the prevailing sentiment that the movie does not merit revisiting.

Videos

Night Train Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Night Train.

Official Trailer
Details

Night Train Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Comboio Noturno” and “قطار شب”.

Also known as
  • Comboio Noturno
  • قطار شب
  • قطار الليل
  • 夜车
  • Tàu Đêm
  • רכבת לילה
  • Tren Nocturno
  • Miss.トランスポーター
  • Ночной поезд
  • Noćni vlak
  • 藥命獵車令

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FAQ

Night Train FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Night Train, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Night Train?

Night Train runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Night Train released?

Night Train was released on January 13, 2023.

Who directed Night Train?

Night Train was directed by Shane Stanley.

More films by Shane Stanley

Who is in the cast of Night Train?

Night Train stars Danielle C. Ryan as Holly McCord, Joe Lando as Chuck McCord and Abraham Benrubi as Mr. Maxwell, among 14 credited actors.

Does Night Train have a post-credit scene?

No. Night Train has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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