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The Lost Bus

The Lost Bus

September 19, 2025· 2h 10m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score7.9

A determined father risks everything to rescue a dedicated teacher and her students from a raging wildfire.

Critics Sentiment

Critics7.9
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20 reviews·Last updated 20d ago
Peak Moment

Kevin repairs bus and drives directly through the fire

9.2at 1h 45m
Lowest Moment

Kevin McKay struggles with family and work pressures

6.8at 5m
Biggest Swing

The film builds from predictable character setup to an absolutely harrowing climax that critics universally praised as expertly crafted.

Critics found The Lost Bus to be a relentlessly intense disaster thriller that overcomes some predictable character beats through Greengrass's masterful direction and visceral filmmaking. While some complained about excessive shaky camera work, most praised the authentic performances and genuinely harrowing survival sequences. The film builds steadily to a climactic drive through flames that critics called genuinely spectacular.

20 reviews analyzed|Sources: Guardian, Imdb, Tmdb
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Kevin McKay struggles with family and work pressures⬇ Lowest moment
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PG&E transmission line failure sparks the Camp Fire
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Kevin collects 22 stranded children from Ponderosa Elementary
5.0
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Kevin loses radio contact after Ruby evacuates depot
5.0
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Mary leaves bus to retrieve water, avoiding explosion
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Kevin and Mary discuss their life regrets together
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Kevin repairs bus and drives directly through the fire⬆ Peak moment
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Kevin reconciles with son Shaun amid the wreckage
5.0
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