The Lost Bus

Opens Friday, September 19, 2025

From director Paul Greengrass and inspired by real events, “The Lost Bus” is a white-knuckle ride through one of America’s deadliest wildfires as a wayward school bus driver (Matthew McConaughey) and a dedicated school teacher (America Ferrera) battle to save 22 children from the terrifying inferno.

• Country UK, USA
• Running Time 129 minutes
• Format DCP
• Distributor Apple TV +
• Director Paul Greengrass
• Cast Matthew McConaughey, America Ferrera, Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson, Spencer Watson
• Accessibility Assistive Listening, T-Coil

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