The Children's Train (2024)
Kernel Score: 82% · 319 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Drama
Released: 2024-10-21
Runtime: 106 minutes
Where to watch The Children's Train
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In late 1940s Italy, a mother makes the difficult decision to send her son to the north, where he catches glimpses of a new life away from poverty.
The Children's Train parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Children's Train is a PG drama about a mother sending her son away from poverty in post-war Italy.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cristina Comencini
Cast
- Barbara Ronchi as Derna
- Serena Rossi as Antonietta
- Christian Cervone as Amerigo
- Stefano Accorsi as Amerigo Adulto
- Francesco Di Leva as Capa ‘e Fierro
- Antonia Truppo as Maddalena Criscuolo
- Monica Nappo as Zandragliona
- Dora Romano as Pachiochia
- Beatrice Schiros as Maestra Ferrari
- Ivan Zerbinati as Alcide
The Children's Train FAQ
Is The Children's Train good?
The Children's Train has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 319 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Children's Train?
In the US you can stream The Children's Train on Netflix.
Is The Children's Train OK for kids?
The Children's Train is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Children's Train is a PG drama about a mother sending her son away from poverty in post-war Italy.
What movies are like The Children's Train?
If you liked The Children's Train, try Rome, Open City, There's Still Tomorrow, Accattone and The Garden of the Finzi-Continis.