The Polar Express
“A journey like you’ve never imagined.”
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Where to watch The Polar Express in United States
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Where is The Polar Express streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | JioHotstar, VI movies and tv | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| United Kingdom | HBO Max Amazon Channel, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, HBO Max | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, HBO Max, HBO Max Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | Telecine Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Japan | U-NEXT, HBO Max on U-Next | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About The Polar Express
The Polar Express is a 2004 English-language adventure, animation and family film directed by Robert Zemeckis. The cast is led by Tom Hanks, Leslie Zemeckis, Eddie Deezen. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 6900 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Polar Express was produced by Golden Mean, Playtone, and ImageMovers and made in United States of America. It was released on November 10, 2004, and carries a G certification. Made on a budget of about $165 million, it went on to gross $318 million worldwide.
- Director
- Robert Zemeckis
- Writers
- William Broyles Jr., Robert Zemeckis
- Release date
- November 10, 2004
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- G
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $165 million
- Box office
- $318 million
- Production
- Golden Mean, Playtone, ImageMovers
The Polar Express cast & crew
The Polar Express was directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by William Broyles Jr. and Robert Zemeckis.
The cast features Tom Hanks as Hero Boy (Adult)/ Father / Conductor / Hobo / Scrooge / Santa Claus, Leslie Zemeckis as Sister Sarah / Mother, Eddie Deezen as Know-It-All, Nona Gaye as Hero Girl (voice), Peter Scolari as Billy / Lonely Boy, and Michael Jeter as Smokey / Steamer.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Alan Silvestri, cinematography is by Robert Presley, and it was produced by Chris Van Allsburg and William Teitler.
Is The Polar Express worth watching?
The Polar Express holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 6,917 ratings, a solidly received adventure films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy adventure, animation, and family, The Polar Express is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Polar Express
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Cast of The Polar Express
Tom Hanks
Hero Boy (Adult)/ Father / Conductor / Hobo / Scrooge / Santa Claus
Leslie Zemeckis
Sister Sarah / Mother
Eddie Deezen
Know-It-All
Nona Gaye
Hero Girl (voice)
Peter Scolari
Billy / Lonely Boy
Michael Jeter
Smokey / Steamer
Josh Hutcherson
Hero Boy (motion capture)
Daryl Sabara
Hero Boy (voice)
Jimmy Bennett
Lonely Boy (voice)
Tinashe
Hero Girl (motion capture)
Brendan King
Pastry Chef
Andy Pellick
Pastry Chef
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The Polar Express — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Polar Express in United States?
The Polar Express is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Polar Express in?
The Polar Express is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Polar Express?
The Polar Express runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is The Polar Express rated?
The Polar Express is rated G. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 6,917 ratings.
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