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The Lost Bus (2025)

โ€œInspired by a true story of survival.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 810 votes 2h 10m r ThrillerDramaHistoryMystery

#56 of 142 films from 2025 #685 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Paul Greengrass ยท Written by Brad Ingelsby, Paul Greengrass

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Overview

A determined father risks everything to rescue a dedicated teacher and her students from a raging wildfire.

Cast

Matthew McConaugheyas Kevin McKay
America Ferreraas Mary Ludwig
Yul Vazquezas Chief Martinez
Ashlie Atkinsonas Ruby Bishop
Spencer Watson
Gary Krausas Sheriff Thomas
Danny McCarthyas Matt McKenzie
Elisha Henig
Spencer Watsonas Elliot Hopkins
Beth Bowersoxas Beth Bowersox
Audrey Pazienzaas Isabelle
Devon Wycoffas Brandie Rendon
Olivia Darling Busbyas Ava
Kimberli Floresas Linda

Facts

Release dateSeptember 19, 2025
Runtime130 min (2h 10m) โ€” longer as the 2025 average of 115 min
GenresThriller, Drama, History, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$90,000,000
IMDbtt21103218

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Questions

How long is The Lost Bus?
The Lost Bus runs 130 minutes (2h 10m).
Is The Lost Bus worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 810 votes, which places it #56 of 142 films released in 2025 in this index (top 61%) and #685 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed The Lost Bus?
The Lost Bus was directed by Paul Greengrass. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Captain Phillips (2013), The Bourne Ultimatum (2007), The Bourne Supremacy (2004).
Who stars in The Lost Bus?
Matthew McConaughey as Kevin McKay; America Ferrera as Mary Ludwig; Yul Vazquez as Chief Martinez; Ashlie Atkinson as Ruby Bishop; Spencer Watson; Gary Kraus as Sheriff Thomas.
What is The Lost Bus rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Lost Bus?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/107559.

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