Overview

• ‘Bullet Train Explosion’ premiered at Netflix’s APAC showcase on April 21, 2025, and is now available for streaming globally on Netflix.
• The film updates the 1975 classic with a high-stakes plot involving a bomb-rigged Shinkansen that must maintain speeds above 100 km/h under a 100 billion yen ransom threat.
• Netflix Japan achieved unprecedented cooperation from JR East, filming on real bullet trains and using practical effects, including full-sized and scale models, for key action sequences.
• Directed by Shinji Higuchi, known for his tokusatsu expertise, the film highlights themes of teamwork and moral dilemmas while blending nostalgia with cutting-edge visuals.
• The production is part of Netflix Japan’s broader strategy to invest in distinctive local content with global appeal, celebrating its 10-year presence in the Japanese market.