Hijack S01
Director: Jim Field Smith
Cast: Idris Elba, Archie Panjabi, Max Beesley, Neil Maskell, Eve Myles, Ben Miles, Mohamed Elsandel
Hijack is a high-stakes thriller series released on Apple TV+ in 2023, starring the charismatic Idris Elba in the lead role. This edge-of-your-seat drama unfolds almost in real-time, delivering intense moments and psychological pressure that mirrors the tension of a real hijacking situation.
The story revolves around Sam Nelson, a corporate negotiator with a reputation for being calm under pressure. When the flight he boards from Dubai to London is hijacked by terrorists, Sam must use his unique skill set to de-escalate the situation and protect the passengers. However, his calm demeanor and manipulation tactics raise questions: can he really be trusted, or does he have a hidden agenda?
What sets Hijack apart is its real-time structure. Each of the seven episodes covers an hour of the seven-hour flight, enhancing the urgency and realism. The story also unfolds on the ground, where authorities in the UK race against time to uncover the hijackers’ motives and figure out who Sam Nelson really is.
Directed by Jim Field Smith, the series mixes action, suspense, and intricate character dynamics. Archie Panjabi, as a counter-terrorism officer, adds depth to the ground-level investigation, while Elba delivers a nuanced performance that keeps viewers guessing.
Hijack explores themes of trust, survival, and human psychology under extreme stress. It’s a tightly written and performed thriller that appeals to fans of shows like 24 and Bodyguard.
While it maintains a grounded tone, the series manages to surprise and engage with its layered characters and smart pacing. Whether you’re an Idris Elba fan or a lover of tense, real-time thrillers, Hijack is worth the binge.
Hijack is a high-stakes thriller series released on Apple TV+ in 2023, starring the charismatic Idris Elba in the lead role. This edge-of-your-seat drama unfolds almost in real-time, delivering intense moments and psychological pressure that mirrors the tension of a real hijacking situation.
The story revolves around Sam Nelson, a corporate negotiator with a reputation for being calm under pressure. When the flight he boards from Dubai to London is hijacked by terrorists, Sam must use his unique skill set to de-escalate the situation and protect the passengers. However, his calm demeanor and manipulation tactics raise questions: can he really be trusted, or does he have a hidden agenda?
What sets Hijack apart is its real-time structure. Each of the seven episodes covers an hour of the seven-hour flight, enhancing the urgency and realism. The story also unfolds on the ground, where authorities in the UK race against time to uncover the hijackers’ motives and figure out who Sam Nelson really is.
Directed by Jim Field Smith, the series mixes action, suspense, and intricate character dynamics. Archie Panjabi, as a counter-terrorism officer, adds depth to the ground-level investigation, while Elba delivers a nuanced performance that keeps viewers guessing.
Hijack explores themes of trust, survival, and human psychology under extreme stress. It’s a tightly written and performed thriller that appeals to fans of shows like 24 and Bodyguard.
While it maintains a grounded tone, the series manages to surprise and engage with its layered characters and smart pacing. Whether you’re an Idris Elba fan or a lover of tense, real-time thrillers, Hijack is worth the binge.