The Girl on the Train is a psychological thriller that follows the story of Rachel Watson, a troubled woman struggling with alcoholism and the fallout from her recent divorce. Each day, Rachel takes the same train into London and passes by the house where she used to live with her ex-husband. During her commute, she becomes fascinated by a seemingly perfect couple who live a few houses down, whom she observes from the train. She imagines their life to be idyllic and dreams of the happiness she has lost.
One day, Rachel sees something shocking through the window: the woman she has been watching, Megan Hipwell, is being embraced by a man who is not her husband. Shortly after, Megan goes missing, and Rachel becomes deeply involved in the investigation. Driven by guilt and the need to be part of something meaningful, Rachel attempts to assist the police, even though her own credibility is questionable due to her drinking problem and troubled past.
As Rachel delves deeper into the case, she discovers unsettling truths about Megan, her own ex-husband, and herself. Her recollections become increasingly unreliable, and she finds herself entangled in a web of deception and danger. The film explores themes of memory, perception, and the consequences of living in a haze of denial and self-destruction. The Girl on the Train is a gripping and suspenseful narrative that keeps viewers guessing as the layers of mystery and intrigue unfold.
