All About the Rumored 'Polar Express' Prequel

Polar Express

The Polar Express is a very popular animated movie based on a book of the same name. The film, which stars Tom Hanks and was released in October 2004, tells the story of a young boy who enjoys the experience of a lifetime when he boards a train bound for the North Pole.

In late 2023, rumors began circulating that a prequel to the movie called The Christmas Express would be released in 2024. Unfortunately, it seems no such prequel exists—it's a holiday-season hoax!—although that hasn't stopped some fans from hoping the project might come to fruition anyway.

Here's what we know about the rumored prequel to The Polar Express.

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Is there a Polar Express prequel coming out?

In November 2023 rumors of a The Polar Express prequel, The Christmas Express, began circulating online. However, there is no such film in the works.

What is the Polar Express prequel about?

There is no plot to the Polar Express prequel because the movie isn't actually happening. Rumors of a prequel for The Polar Express are unfounded.

Is the Polar Express prequel based on a book?

The Polar Express was based on a book written and illustrated by Chris Van Allsburg. The rumored prequel, however, has no source material because it's not really happening.

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Will Tom Hanks be in the Polar Express prequel?

Hanks has not signed on to a prequel for The Polar Express, and there have been no legitimate announcements that such a movie is in the works.

When did the original Polar Express come out?

The Polar Express was released on Oct. 13, 2004. You can stream the movie on Hulu, Max and Prime Video with subscriptions. All aboard!

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