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The Passenger

2026·Movie
1h 33min·NR
IMDb4.6

Where to watch

PrimeKanopy

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The Passenger fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Nerve-racking and scary

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension9
  • Scare8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Pathos5
  • Melancholy4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor2
  • Cringe Humor1

World

Everyday modern life, mystery, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Novelty7

Craft

Standout performances, direction, and storytelling

  • Acting9
  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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You scare easily

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About

No way out. No way back.

Hassan, a Somali-American airport shuttle driver in Minneapolis, is struggling to make ends meet. When Lloyd, a stranded twenty-something at the airport, offers to pay Hassan to take him overland to Chicago, it seems worth the risk. But as the realization grows that his passenger is not what he seems, Hassan finds himself trapped in a terrifying ride that he can’t escape, knowing that saving himself might put countless others in danger.
Tense Road ThrillerEconomic DesperationPsychological HorrorGrounded RealismCat-and-Mouse DynamicMoral DilemmaVisceral Sound DesignCharacter-Driven SuspenseUrban Noir

Crew

Directed by:
Vadim Perelman
Written by:
Bennett Fisher, Bennett Fisher
Produced by:
Norman Golightly, Jim Heber, Jib Polhemus
Composed by:
Alexey Kantsiru

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Passenger

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Where can I stream The Passenger legally?

PrimeKanopy

The Passenger is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Passenger worth watching?

50
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 4.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Passenger rated?

NRViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Passenger?

1 h 33 min

The Passenger runs 1 h 33 min.

What language is The Passenger in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch The Passenger?

4CAEGESUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Passenger in 4 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.