Night Train (1959): cast, story & where to watch

1959 · Film · ★ 7.4

Night Train poster

Released in 1959, Night Train is a thriller, drama and mystery film directed by Jerzy Kawalerowicz, running about 97 minutes.

What it’s about. Two strangers, Jerzy and Marta, accidentally end up holding tickets for the same sleeping chamber on an overnight train to the Baltic Sea coast. Also on board is Marta's spurned lover, who will not leave her alone. When the police enter the train in search of a murderer on the lam, rumors fly and everything seems to point toward one of the main characters as the culprit.

Who’s in it. Night Train stars Lucyna Winnicka as Marta, Leon Niemczyk as Jerzy, Teresa Szmigielówna as Żona adwokata and Zbigniew Cybulski as Staszek, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Night Train has been warmly received by audiences.

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

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Night Train (1959)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Night Train change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Night Train worth watching?
Night Train holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and mystery. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Night Train?
Night Train stars Lucyna Winnicka, Leon Niemczyk, Teresa Szmigielówna, Zbigniew Cybulski and Helena Dąbrowska.
When was Night Train released?
Night Train was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.