The Man on the Train (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1958, The Man on the Train is a thriller and drama film directed by Dinos Dimopoulos, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A party of couples from Athens is planning to attend the performance of Medea in Ancient Epidaurus. They set off in their cars bright and early in the morning, combining their theater outing with a side trip to Nauplion. They stop at a railroad junction for the train to pass. There Mado recognizes the fleeting figure of the man standing at the window of the train and she faints.
Who’s in it. The Man on the Train stars Giorgos Pappas as Dimitris Kostopoulos, Anna Synodinou as Mado Kostopoulou, Michalis Nikolinakos as Yorgos Pavlidis and Dimos Starenios as Old musician, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, The Man on the Train has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Man on the Train page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Man on the Train tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Man on the Train (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Man on the Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Man on the Train worth watching?
- The Man on the Train holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Man on the Train?
- The Man on the Train stars Giorgos Pappas, Anna Synodinou, Michalis Nikolinakos, Dimos Starenios and Zorz Sarri.
- When was The Man on the Train released?
- The Man on the Train was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.