Set on a chartered New Year’s Eve party train, this film is often pitched as " Halloween on a train ". It stars in her prime as a "scream queen" and features a unique "who-done-it" hook: the killer steals and wears the costume of their latest victim to hide in plain sight among the students.

“presented in the original 1.85:1 aspect ratio, the film looks as great as it possibly can without a full restoration” Horror DNA · 13 years ago TERROR TRAIN (1980) Review | Halloween on a Train!

: Most Blu-ray versions include a DTS-HD Master Audio track. Reviewers from Horror DNA note that while dialogue is clear, there may be slight sync issues stemming from original production looping (ADR). Human Voice Quotes

: 1080p transfers of this film generally offer a strong film-like grain structure and accurate, natural skin tones. While some wear and tear like minor scratches or "speckle storms" may be visible due to the original low-budget source, the clarity in tight train interiors is largely satisfying.

“...having seen the movie, I say … he can't. The movie cheats. But then, why should that matter?” Roger Ebert

: Veteran actor Ben Johnson provides gravitas as the train conductor, while magician David Copperfield adds a surreal layer of mystery to the party. Technical Quality (Blu-ray Highlights)

: The confined setting of the train creates a natural sense of dread. While some find the pacing a bit "dry" compared to modern slashers, the film is visually stunning thanks to cinematographer John Alcott (known for his work with Stanley Kubrick on The Shining and 2001: A Space Odyssey ).

Critics and fans have noted both the film's technical competence and its genre tropes.