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Unstoppable

2010·Movie
1h 38min·PG-13
73
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Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos4

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout sound design and editing

  • Sound Centrality10
  • Editing9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

1,000,000 tons. 100,000 lives. 100 minutes.

When a massive, unmanned locomotive roars out of control, the threat is more ominous than just a derailment. The train is laden with toxic chemicals, and an accident would decimate human life and cause an environmental disaster. The only hope of bringing the train to a safe stop is in the hands of veteran engineer Frank Barnes, and young conductor Will Colson, who must risk their lives to save those in the runaway's path. Inspired by true events.
High-Octane ActionRunaway Train ThrillerRace Against TimeIntense SuspenseRealism-Inspired DramaDenzel Washington FilmPropulsive PacingDisaster MovieHeroic Underdogs

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No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Unstoppable legally?

Unstoppable is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. 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 Unstoppable worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 74/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 87%, and Metacritic 69). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Unstoppable rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Unstoppable?

1 h 38 min

Unstoppable runs 1 h 38 min.

Is Unstoppable based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Unstoppable?

Critics78
Audiences70

Not quite. Critics rate Unstoppable higher (78) than audiences (70). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Unstoppable a box office hit?

Budget$100 million
Box office$168 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $100 million to make and earned $168 million worldwide, 1.7 times its budget.

What language is Unstoppable in?

English

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

In how many countries can I watch Unstoppable?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Unstoppable in 89 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Unstoppable use?

Fire-Forged FriendsFailsafe FailurePoor Communication KillsMission ControlThrow-Away CountryFake StaticDuct Tape for EverythingComposite CharacterNumber of the BeastIronyChekhov's SkillRunaway Trainand 80 more

TV Tropes lists 92 storytelling tropes for Unstoppable, including Fire-Forged Friends, Failsafe Failure, Poor Communication Kills.