The Transporter (2002)
A former special forces operative delivers high-octane thrills when his latest package turns out to be alive.
Former Special Forces officer Frank Martin will deliver anything to anyone for the right price, and his no-questions-asked policy puts him in high demand. But when he realizes his latest cargo is alive, it sets in motion a dangerous chain of events. The bound and gagged Lai is being smuggled to France by a shady American businessman, and Frank works to save her as his own illegal activities are uncovered by a French detective.
How intense is The Transporter?
The Transporter is mildly scary, with light gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is relentless, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What The Transporter feels like
- Tone
- pulpyhigh octanegrittysuspenseful
- Pace
- Relentless
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Transporter
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Transporter for you?
Is The Transporter scary?
Only a little. The Transporter has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Transporter gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3).
Is The Transporter sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Transporter OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 3, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Transporter?
The Transporter runs 1h 32m.
Where can I stream The Transporter?
The Transporter is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Transporter have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves things open rather than tying them up.
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