The Polar Express (2004)
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The Polar Express is streaming in the UK on HBO Max, Sky Go, Now TV Cinema.
What the audience says
The Polar Express earns its keep as a steady English film that knows its audience. It carries a 6.7/10 on TMDB across 7,069 ratings — squarely mid-table.
Should you spend 100 minutes on it?
100 minutes of English adventure, leaning animation, fine for the whole family. That score holds across 7,069 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- 6.7/10 over 7,069 ratings — solidly liked rather than loved, and the number isn't going to move.
- Skip if
- you want something grounded and small-scale
- Best for
- A weekend afternoon with the family
Story
When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 40m — short |
| Watch with family? | U · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Adventure / Animation |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Robert Zemeckis
Cast
Where to watch in the UK
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 9 Oct 2026 — platforms may change over time.
More: All HBO Max titles in the UK
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