The Lost Bus (2025) | Apple TV+ Survival Drama
The Lost Bus is a gripping survival drama streaming on Apple TV+ from October 3, 2025. Based on the tragic events of the 2018 Camp Fire, the film follows a heroic bus driver as he navigates a perilous journey to save a group of children and their teacher amidst one of California’s deadliest wildfires.
Plot:
Set during the catastrophic 2018 Camp Fire, the story focuses on Kevin McKay (Matthew McConaughey), a bus driver tasked with safely transporting children and their teacher to safety. Along the way, Kevin confronts the devastating force of nature while facing critical decisions that test his courage and resilience.
Mary Ludwig (America Ferrera), the children’s school teacher, joins him in ensuring the kids’ safety, while Cal Fire battalion chief Ray Martinez (Yul Vazquez) coordinates the rescue. As Kevin’s own son Shaun (Levi McConaughey) becomes part of the journey, the stakes grow higher, making this a tense, emotional, and heart-pounding survival drama.
Cast:
- Matthew McConaughey as Kevin McKay
- America Ferrera as Mary Ludwig
- Yul Vazquez as Ray Martinez
- Ashlie Atkinson as Ruby
- Levi McConaughey as Shaun McKay
Crew:
- Director: Paul Greengrass
- Screenplay: Brad Ingelsby, Paul Greengrass
- Production Companies: Apple Studios, Blumhouse Productions, Comet Pictures
- Distributor: Apple Original Films via Apple TV+
Why Watch:
The Lost Bus offers a compelling mix of suspense, human drama, and survival storytelling. Paul Greengrass’s direction ensures a tense, realistic portrayal of disaster, while the performances of Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera anchor the emotional core of the film. This Apple TV+ original is a must-watch for audiences seeking thrilling, real-life inspired dramas.
