The Railway Man
A victim from World War II's "Death Railway" sets out to find those responsible for his torture. A true story.
Where to stream The Railway Man
Streaming now in the United States on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free.
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The Railway Man - Official Trailer #1
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Frequently asked questions about The Railway Man
Where can I watch The Railway Man in the United States?
The Railway Man is available to stream on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, Howdy Amazon Channel, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Railway Man for free?
The Railway Man streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, Fawesome, and Fandango at Home Free. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Railway Man?
The Railway Man scores 6.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Railway Man?
The Railway Man stars Colin Firth, Nicole Kidman, Stellan Skarsgård, Jeremy Irvine, and Hiroyuki Sanada. Jonathan Teplitzky is the director.
How long is The Railway Man?
The Railway Man runs 1h 56m (116 minutes).
When did The Railway Man come out?
The Railway Man was released on December 2, 2013.
Which studio made The Railway Man?
The Railway Man was produced by Archer Street Productions, Pictures in Paradise, and Latitude Media in Australia, France, and Switzerland.
What was the budget for The Railway Man?
The Railway Man was made on a budget of $18,000,000.
How much did The Railway Man make at the box office?
The Railway Man grossed $24,174,885 worldwide, against a budget of $18,000,000.
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