Main Line to Terror (1975): cast, story & where to watch

1975 · Film

Main Line to Terror poster

Released in 1975, Main Line to Terror is a thriller and drama film directed by Yasuzō Masumura, running about 121 minutes.

What it’s about. Akiyama is an intern, disgusted with the noise pollution caused by the bullet trains and the heart attacks that noise has been causing in older hospital patients, plots to disrupt and, in ten days, destroy a unit of the operation. He warns the Japan National Railway, that, if nothing is done to reduce the noise, he will derail a bullet train. Takigawa is the police detective sent to stop him.

Who’s in it. Main Line to Terror stars Masaomi Kondo, Jirō Tamiya as Takigawa, Keiko Takahashi as Tomoko and Meiko Kaji as Fumiko, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Main Line to Terror page.

If you liked it. Fans of Main Line to Terror tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Main Line to Terror (1975)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Main Line to Terror change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Main Line to Terror?
Main Line to Terror stars Masaomi Kondo, Jirō Tamiya, Keiko Takahashi, Meiko Kaji and Hisashi Igawa.
When was Main Line to Terror released?
Main Line to Terror was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 121 minutes.