The Lost Bus (2025)
Kernel Score: 80% · 642 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Thriller
Released: 2025-09-19
Runtime: 130 minutes
Where to watch The Lost Bus
- Stream: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A determined father risks everything to rescue a dedicated teacher and her students from a raging wildfire.
The Lost Bus parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Lost Bus is an intense R-rated wildfire survival drama with children in danger.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — A harrowing wildfire disaster puts a school bus of children and their teacher in mortal danger, per keywords like 'harrowing' and 'children in danger'.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Matthew McConaughey as Kevin McKay
- America Ferrera as Mary Ludwig
- Yul Vazquez as Chief Martinez
- Ashlie Atkinson as Ruby Bishop
- Kimberli Flores as Linda
- Levi McConaughey as Shaun
- Kay McConaughey as Sherry
- John Messina as John Messina
- Kate Wharton as Jen Kissoon
- Danny McCarthy as Matt McKenzie
The Lost Bus FAQ
Is The Lost Bus good?
The Lost Bus has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 642 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Lost Bus?
In the US you can stream The Lost Bus on Apple TV.
Is The Lost Bus OK for kids?
The Lost Bus is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Lost Bus is an intense R-rated wildfire survival drama with children in danger.
What movies are like The Lost Bus?
If you liked The Lost Bus, try This Boy's Life, Beautiful Boy, Room and The Road.