The Polar Express: An IMAX 3D Experience

Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis reunite for THE POLAR EXPRESS, an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. 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. The film has a day-and-date release at 35-mm and IMAX flat-, dome-, and 3D theaters. THE POLAR EXPRESS marks Warner Brothers' third simultaneous 35-mm and IMAX release after THE MATRIX REVOLUTIONS and HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN.

Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures. Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. Director: Robert Zemeckis. Producers: Robert Zemeckis, Steve Bing, Gary Goetzman, Steve Starkey, William Teitler. Executive Producers: Tom Hanks, Jack Rapke, Chris Van Allsburg. Screenplay: Robert Zemeckis, William Broyles Jr. Score: Alan Silverstri. Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg. Cast: Tom Hanks, Josh Hutcherson, Michael Jeter.

BMZ Reviews:

Enchanting By Ross Anthony

The Polar Express: An IMAX 3D Experience By Paula Tagle

Outside Reviews:

"Do You Hear Sleigh Bells? Nah, Just Tom Hanks and Some Train" By Manohla Dargis, The New York Times (registration required)

"The Polar Express" By Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

"The Polar Express" By Duane Byrge, Hollywood Reporter

"The Polar Express" By Sean O'Connell, FilmCritic.com

"Strangers on a Train: Wobbly Cartoon Spectacle Lacks Human Element" By Ed Park, The Village Voice

The Polar Express Shatters IMAX Box Office Record for DMR Hollywood Release By IMAX Corporation (December 13, 2004)

Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX's Polar Express a Run-Away Hit By IMAX Corporation (November 16, 2004)

Polar Express Upcoming Theaters Release List By IMAX Corporation (November 1, 2004)

IMAX Signs Theatre Deal with Latin America's Largest Multiplex Exhibitor By IMAX Corporation (September 20, 2004)

IMAX, Warner Bros. Embark on Denizens of the Deep By IMAX Corporation (September 13, 2004)

The Polar Express to be Released as Standard-Format and IMAX(R) 3D Film By IMAX Corporation (May 6, 2004)

Latest Review:

Rating: Excellent
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We took our children to see this movie last weekend...and all I can say is AWESOME!!! This was our family's first IMAX experience and we cannot wait to do it again. The theater we chose was in the Tropicana in Atlantic City, NJ and it was the gr ... Read More >>

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