Train to Busan (2016) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?

Name: Train to Busan
Director: Yeon Sang-ho
Released: 2016
Duration: 118 min
Rating: 7.8

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

When a zombie virus pushes Korea into a state of emergency, those trapped on an express train to Busan must fight for their own survival.

Rated NR • 2016 • 1h 58m

Directed by Yeon Sang-ho

7.8

5K+

Average rating by Bontent members

Age

15+

A zombie outbreak occurs on a train from Seoul to Busan. One of the best zombie films ever made — fast-paced, emotionally intelligent, and genuinely moving. Unrated but R-equivalent for action horror violence.

Cast

Gong Yoo

Kim Su-an

Jung Yu-mi

Don Lee

Choi Woo-shik

An So-hee

Kim Eui-sung

Ye Su-jeong

Park Myung-shin

Choi Gwi-hwa

Jeong Seok-yong

Kim Chang-hwan

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Is Train to Busan appropriate for kids?

Content severity in Train to Busan

Sex None 0/10

Violence Intense 9/10

Language None 0/10

Substances None 0/10

Themes Intense 8/10

What happens in Train to Busan, moment by moment

0:08 🔥 Mature Themes 5/10
0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 7/10
0:45 ⚔ Violence & Gore 8/10

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Sex and nudity in Train to Busan

None.

Violence and gore in Train to Busan

Fast zombie attacks — graphic and inventive. Multiple characters killed throughout. The film is generous with character development which makes each death land emotionally.

Language in Train to Busan

Strong language in subtitles.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Train to Busan

None.

Mature themes in Train to Busan

A workaholic father reconnecting with his daughter while they fight for survival. Class — the wealthy passengers' selfishness contrasted with working-class solidarity. The film's ending is genuinely devastating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Train to Busan appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Train to Busan is best for ages 15+. It's rated NR. A zombie outbreak occurs on a train from Seoul to Busan. One of the best zombie films ever made — fast-paced, emotionally intelligent, and genuinely moving. Unrated but R-equivalent for action horror violence.

What age rating does Train to Busan have?

Train to Busan is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 15+.

What is Train to Busan about?

Is there sex or nudity in Train to Busan?

None.

How violent is Train to Busan?

Fast zombie attacks — graphic and inventive. Multiple characters killed throughout. The film is generous with character development which makes each death land emotionally.

Is the language in Train to Busan appropriate for kids?

Strong language in subtitles.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Train to Busan?

None.

What mature themes appear in Train to Busan?

How long is Train to Busan?

Train to Busan runs 118 minutes, directed by Yeon Sang-ho, released in 2016.

Where can I read the full Train to Busan parent guide?

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